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Russia Embassy and Consulates in Benin

1 Diplomatic Missions 1 Cities

Russia Embassy in Cotonou, Benin

Russia Embassy in Cotonou, Benin
Avenue De La Marina, Face Hôtel Du Port Zone Residentielle Rue 241 B.P. 2013 Cotonou Benin
Phone: +229 21-31-28-34 Working hours: Close now

Holidays to be Observed in 2026

The Embassies and Consulates of Russia may close on the following Beninese and Russian holidays in 2026:

Holiday
Holiday Date Counting down
Independence Day Saturday, August 01 4 weeks, 1 day
Assumption of Mary Saturday, August 15 1 month, 1 week
Maouloud Wednesday, August 26 1 month, 3 weeks
Day of Knowledge Tuesday, September 01 1 month, 4 weeks
September Equinox Wednesday, September 23 2 months, 2 weeks
All Saints' Day Sunday, November 01 3 months, 4 weeks
Unity Day Wednesday, November 04 4 months
December Solstice Monday, December 21 5 months, 2 weeks
Christmas Day Friday, December 25 5 months, 3 weeks

Frequently asked questions, answered

1. How many Russian Embassies/Consulates are there in Benin?

Russia currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Benin including and Cotonou.

2 - Do Beninese citizens need a visa for Russia?

Beninese citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into Russia. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of Russia in Benin for further instructions.

3- What is the Holiday Calendar of Russian embassies in Benin?

The Russian representative offices in Benin will be closed in observance of the following Beninese and Russian holidays in 2026/2024:

  • Independence Day (BJ) Sat, Aug 01, 2026 (4 weeks, 2 days)

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