Beninese visa for Portuguese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Portuguese 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 Portuguese citizens to enter Benin for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Benin e-visa for Portuguese citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Benin visa on arrival for Portuguese citizens | Not Available | |
Benin tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Portuguese 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 Portugal, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Benin nearest your place of residence.
- Madrid: The Honorary Consulate of in Madrid, ~ 390.73 kilometers (242.79 mi) away from Lisbon, Portugal. (Working hours: Close now).
- Rabat: The Embassy of in Rabat, ~ 611.47 kilometers (379.95 mi) away from Lisbon, Portugal. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 13 minutes).
Benin visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Benin diplomatic mission offices to Portugal for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Portugal traveling to Benin from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Portugal) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,184 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,197 | 1.10% |
| 2010 | 1,254 | 4.76% |
| 2011 | 1,317 | 5.02% |
| 2012 | 1,386 | 5.24% |
| 2013 | 1,455 | 4.98% |
| 2014 | 1,525 | 4.81% |
| 2015 | 1,607 | 5.38% |
| 2016 | 1,682 | 4.67% |
| 2017 | 1,770 | 5.23% |
| 2018 | 1,859 | 5.03% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Benin & Portugal comparison
Benin's area is approximately 112,760 km2 (43,536 sq mi), while the area of Portugal is approximately 91,590 km2 (35,363 sq mi). This means Portugal is 23.11% smaller than Benin.
As of October 2025, Benin's population is ~13.8 million people - 3,729,160 more people than the population of Portugal.
We have highlighted Benin & Portugal’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Benin | Portugal | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 13,778,016 | 10,048,856 | 3.7 million more people live in Benin than Portugal |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 58 | 128 | Benin has 70 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Portugal. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 31 | 141 | Benin passport holders visit 110 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 150 | Beninese hosts 125 fewer foreign missions than Portugal. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Portugal travel to Benin in one year?
The number of visitors from Portugal visiting Benin in 2018 was approximately 1,859.
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Useful Information
- Porto Novo to Lisbon: 3188.47 km (1981.23 mi)
- Travel time: 6 hours 38 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025