St. Maartener visa for Beninese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Beninese passport holders visiting Sint Maarten 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 Sint Maarten for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sint Maarten e-visa for Beninese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sint Maarten visa on arrival for Beninese citizens | Not Available | |
Sint Maarten tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Beninese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Sint Maarten.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Sint Maarten.
If you are looking for Sint Maarten 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 Sint Maarten nearest your place of residence.
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Benin traveling to Sint Maarten from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Benin) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 48 | N/A |
| 2009 | 44 | -8.33% |
| 2010 | 44 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 42 | -4.55% |
| 2012 | 46 | 9.52% |
| 2013 | 47 | 2.17% |
| 2014 | 50 | 6.38% |
| 2015 | 51 | 2.00% |
| 2016 | 53 | 3.92% |
| 2017 | 40 | -24.53% |
| 2018 | 18 | -55.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Sint Maarten & Benin comparison
Sint Maarten's area is approximately 34 km2 (13 sq mi), while the area of Benin is approximately 112,760 km2 (43,536 sq mi). This means Benin is 3316.47 times bigger than Sint Maarten.
As of November 2025, Sint Maarten's population is ~41506 people - 13,736,510 fewer people than the population of Benin.
We have highlighted Sint Maarten & Benin’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sint Maarten | Benin | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 41,506 | 13,778,016 | 13.7 million fewer people live in Sint Maarten than Benin |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 0 | 58 | Sint Maarten has 58 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Benin. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 0 | 31 | Sint Maarten passport holders visit 31 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 1 | 25 | St. Maartener hosts 24 fewer foreign missions than Benin. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Benin travel to Sint Maarten in one year?
The number of visitors from Benin visiting Sint Maarten in 2018 was approximately 18.
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