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Russia Embassy and Consulates in Benin
1 Diplomatic Missions
1 Cities
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 | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| New Year | Thursday, January 01 | 0 minutes |
| New Year Holiday Week | Friday, January 02 | 22 hours, 11 minutes |
| New Year Holiday Week | Monday, January 05 | 3 days, 22 hours |
| New Year Holiday Week | Tuesday, January 06 | 4 days, 22 hours |
| Orthodox Christmas Day | Wednesday, January 07 | 5 days, 22 hours |
| New Year Holiday Week | Thursday, January 08 | 6 days, 22 hours |
| Vodoun Festival | Saturday, January 10 | 1 week, 1 day |
| Old New Year | Wednesday, January 14 | 1 week, 5 days |
| Day of Remembrance | Friday, January 16 | 2 weeks |
| Valentine's Day | Saturday, February 14 | 1 month, 1 week |
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:
- New Year (BJ & RU) Thu, Jan 01, 2026 (4 hours, 12 minutes)
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