Beninese visa for Maldivian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Maldivian passport holders visiting Benin for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Maldivian citizens to enter Benin for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Benin e-visa for Maldivian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Benin visa on arrival for Maldivian citizens | Not Available | |
Benin tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Maldivian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Benin.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Benin.
If you are looking for Benin visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Maldives, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Benin nearest your place of residence.
- Bengaluru: The Honorary Consulate of in Bengaluru, ~ 1614.46 kilometers (1003.18 mi) away from Male, Maldives. (Working hours: Close now).
- New Delhi: The Embassy of in New Delhi, ~ 3292.15 kilometers (2045.65 mi) away from Male, Maldives. (Working hours: Close now).
Benin visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Benin diplomatic mission offices to Maldives for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Maldives traveling to Benin from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Maldives) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 21 | N/A |
| 2009 | 21 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 22 | 4.76% |
| 2011 | 23 | 4.55% |
| 2012 | 24 | 4.35% |
| 2013 | 25 | 4.17% |
| 2014 | 27 | 8.00% |
| 2015 | 28 | 3.70% |
| 2016 | 29 | 3.57% |
| 2017 | 31 | 6.90% |
| 2018 | 32 | 3.23% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Benin & Maldives comparison
Benin's area is approximately 112,760 km2 (43,536 sq mi), while the area of Maldives is approximately 300 km2 (115 sq mi). This means Maldives is 375.87 times smaller than Benin.
As of May 2024, Benin's population is ~13.4 million people - 12,867,374 more people than the population of Maldives.
We have highlighted Benin & Maldives’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Benin | Maldives | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 13,447,053 | 579,679 | 12.9 million more people live in Benin than Maldives |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 25 | Benin has 33 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Maldives. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 31 | 55 | Benin passport holders visit 24 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 20 | Beninese hosts 5 more foreign missions than Maldives. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Maldives travel to Benin in one year?
The number of visitors from Maldives visiting Benin in 2018 was approximately 32.
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