Namibian visa for Beninese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Beninese passport holders visiting Namibia 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 Namibia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Namibia e-visa for Beninese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Namibia visa on arrival for Beninese citizens | Eligible | |
Namibia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Beninese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Namibia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Namibia.
If you are looking for Namibia 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 Namibia nearest your place of residence.
- Abuja: The Embassy of in Abuja, ~ 572.26 kilometers (355.58 mi) away from Porto Novo, Benin. (Working hours: Close now).
- Brazzaville: The Embassy of in Brazzaville, ~ 2080.78 kilometers (1292.94 mi) away from Porto Novo, Benin. (Working hours: Close now).
Namibia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Namibia diplomatic mission offices to Benin for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Benin traveling to Namibia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Benin) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 93 | N/A |
| 2009 | 98 | 5.38% |
| 2010 | 98 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 103 | 5.10% |
| 2012 | 108 | 4.85% |
| 2013 | 118 | 9.26% |
| 2014 | 132 | 11.86% |
| 2015 | 139 | 5.30% |
| 2016 | 147 | 5.76% |
| 2017 | 150 | 2.04% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Namibia & Benin comparison
Namibia's area is approximately 823,290 km2 (317,873 sq mi), while the area of Benin is approximately 112,760 km2 (43,536 sq mi). This means Benin is 7.30 times smaller than Namibia.
As of October 2025, Namibia's population is ~2.8 million people - 11,000,807 fewer people than the population of Benin.
We have highlighted Namibia & Benin’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Namibia | Benin | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,777,209 | 13,778,016 | 11.0 million fewer people live in Namibia than Benin |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 24 | 58 | Namibia has 34 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Benin. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 46 | 31 | Namibia passport holders can visit 15 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 41 | 25 | Namibian hosts 16 more foreign missions than Benin. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Benin travel to Namibia in one year?
The number of visitors from Benin visiting Namibia in 2017 was approximately 150.
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- Windhoek to Porto Novo: 3609.25 km (2242.68 mi)
- Travel time: 7 hours 31 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025