Beninese visa for Nigerien citizens
A visa is NOT required for Nigerien passport holders visiting Benin for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Nigerien citizens to enter Benin for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Benin e-visa for Nigerien citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Benin visa on arrival for Nigerien citizens | Not Available | |
Benin tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Nigerien 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 Niger, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Benin nearest your place of residence.
- Niamey: The Embassy of Benin in Niamey, Niger (Working hours: Close now)
Benin visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Benin diplomatic mission offices to Niger for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Niger traveling to Benin from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Niger) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 38 | N/A |
| 2009 | 38 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 40 | 5.26% |
| 2011 | 42 | 5.00% |
| 2012 | 44 | 4.76% |
| 2013 | 46 | 4.55% |
| 2014 | 48 | 4.35% |
| 2015 | 51 | 6.25% |
| 2016 | 53 | 3.92% |
| 2017 | 56 | 5.66% |
| 2018 | 59 | 5.36% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Benin & Niger comparison
Benin's area is approximately 112,760 km2 (43,536 sq mi), while the area of Niger is approximately 1,266,700 km2 (489,075 sq mi). This means Niger is 11.23 times bigger than Benin.
As of October 2025, Benin's population is ~13.8 million people - 15,076,303 fewer people than the population of Niger.
We have highlighted Benin & Niger’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Benin | Niger | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 13,778,016 | 28,854,319 | 15.1 million fewer people live in Benin than Niger |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 5 | Benin has 53 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Niger. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 31 | 29 | Benin passport holders can visit 2 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 24 | Beninese hosts 1 more foreign missions than Niger. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Niger travel to Benin in one year?
The number of visitors from Niger visiting Benin in 2018 was approximately 59.
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