Danish visa for Beninese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Beninese passport holders visiting Denmark for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Beninese citizens to enter Denmark for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Denmark e-visa for Beninese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Denmark visa on arrival for Beninese citizens | Not Available | |
Denmark tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Beninese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Denmark.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Denmark.
If you are looking for Denmark visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Benin, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Denmark nearest your place of residence.
- Cotonou: The Embassy of Denmark in Cotonou, Benin (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 43 minutes)
Denmark visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Denmark diplomatic mission offices to Benin for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Benin traveling to Denmark from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Benin) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 956 | N/A |
| 2009 | 927 | -3.03% |
| 2010 | 943 | 1.73% |
| 2011 | 847 | -10.18% |
| 2012 | 844 | -0.35% |
| 2013 | 856 | 1.42% |
| 2014 | 1,027 | 19.98% |
| 2015 | 1,042 | 1.46% |
| 2016 | 1,078 | 3.45% |
| 2017 | 1,243 | 15.31% |
| 2018 | 1,275 | 2.57% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Denmark & Benin comparison
Denmark's area is approximately 42,430 km2 (16,382 sq mi), while the area of Benin is approximately 112,760 km2 (43,536 sq mi). This means Benin is 2.66 times bigger than Denmark.
As of October 2025, Denmark's population is ~5.9 million people - 7,884,451 fewer people than the population of Benin.
We have highlighted Denmark & Benin’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Denmark | Benin | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,893,565 | 13,778,016 | 7.9 million fewer people live in Denmark than Benin |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 89 | 58 | Denmark has 31 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Benin. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 31 | Denmark passport holders can visit 114 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 160 | 25 | Danish hosts 135 more foreign missions than Benin. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Benin travel to Denmark in one year?
The number of visitors from Benin visiting Denmark in 2018 was approximately 1,275.
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