Benin visa from Algeria
Last verified: July 2026 (evisa.bj source)
Do you need a visa for Benin from Algeria?
Yes, but Algeria is eligible for the Benin e-Visa. For tourism, visit or business, everything is 100% online at evisa.bj — for 30 or 90 days — OuiVisa can handle this. ⚠️ A yellow-fever certificate is mandatory on entry. For formal study, it is a consular visa via the Beninese mission.
Official source: evisa.bj
At a glance
- Main type
- e-Visa (30 / 90 days)
- Algeria
- e-Visa eligible
- System
- 100% online (evisa.bj)
- OuiVisa processing
- Online (Track B)
- Durations
- 30 days (single/multiple) / 90 days (multiple)
- Yellow fever
- Certificate mandatory on entry
- Formal study
- Consular visa (mission — Track A)
- Passport
- valid ≥ 6 months
Choose your purpose of travel
Required documents (e-Visa)
- Passport (valid ≥ 6 months, 2 blank pages)
- Online e-Visa form (evisa.bj) + scanned passport page
- Digital photo (white background)
- Yellow-fever vaccination certificate (mandatory to enter)
- Proof of accommodation (hotel or invitation letter)
- Round-trip flight booking (proof of onward travel)
- Proof of funds for the stay
How to apply, step by step
- 1Check your e-Visa eligibility
Algeria is eligible for the Benin e-Visa (evisa.bj).
- 2Choose the duration (30 or 90 days)
30 days (single/multiple) or 90 days (multiple).
- 3Complete the form online
Scanned passport + photo + accommodation + flight.
- 4Pay and receive the e-Visa by email
An authorisation to print and present on entry.
- 5Yellow-fever vaccine + travel
The yellow-fever certificate is required on arrival.
By purpose of travel
Benin tourist e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need to visit Benin as a tourist from Algeria?
For tourism, Algerians do an e-Visa — 100% online at evisa.bj (30 or 90 days). You need a valid passport, a yellow-fever certificate, proof of onward travel and funds. Ganvié, Ouidah, Abomey… OuiVisa can do it for you.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Yellow-fever certificate
- Round-trip flight + accommodation
Questions about this purpose
How long can I stay?
30 or 90 days depending on the e-Visa option chosen.
Benin business e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need for a business trip to Benin from Algeria?
For meetings, trade shows or negotiations in Benin (Cotonou port, cotton, agri), Algerians do an e-Visa for business — 100% online, no paid work. A letter from the Beninese host company helps the file. Yellow-fever certificate mandatory.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Letter from the Beninese host company
- Yellow-fever certificate + round-trip flight
Questions about this purpose
Can I work on the e-Visa?
No. It covers business-visitor activities (meetings, trade shows), not paid work — which needs a work permit (outside scope).
Benin family visit e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need to visit a relative in Benin from Algeria?
To visit family or friends in Benin, the e-Visa (visit purpose) works — 100% online at evisa.bj. Give the host's address and provide the yellow-fever certificate. OuiVisa can do it for you.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Host address / invitation letter
- Yellow-fever certificate + round-trip flight
Questions about this purpose
Do I need an invitation?
A host invitation letter strengthens the file; the host's address is requested.
Benin medical e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need for medical treatment in Benin from Algeria?
For treatment in Benin, Algerians do an e-Visa for a medical purpose with a letter from the Beninese hospital (appointment + estimate) and proof of funds. 100% online, yellow-fever certificate mandatory. OuiVisa can do it for you.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Letter from the Beninese hospital (appointment + estimate)
- Medical records + proof of funds
- Yellow-fever certificate
Questions about this purpose
What medical documents are required?
A letter from the Beninese hospital (appointment + estimate) and your medical records with your Algerian doctor's recommendation.
Short study in Benin from Algeria
Which visa do you need for a short course in Benin from Algeria?
For a short course (within the e-Visa), an e-Visa (30 or 90 days) may suffice — 100% online. Note: a formal program needs a consular visa via the Beninese mission — see the long-stay study page. Yellow-fever certificate mandatory.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Enrolment / course letter (short)
- Yellow-fever certificate + round-trip flight
Questions about this purpose
Do I need a consular visa?
No for a short course (e-Visa). A formal program needs a consular visa — see the dedicated page.
Transit in Benin from Algeria
Do you need a transit visa for Benin?
An airside transit at Cotonou (without clearing immigration, in the international zone) generally needs no visa. To leave the airport or enter Benin, an e-Visa applies (evisa.bj, 100% online). The yellow-fever certificate is required on entry. Check per your connection.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Valid passport
- Onward ticket (connecting flight)
- Yellow-fever certificate (if entering)
Questions about this purpose
Do I need a visa to transit through Benin?
Not for an airside transit (international zone). As soon as you enter, an e-Visa is required.
Fees (e-Visa)
| e-Visa 30 days / 90 days | per evisa.bj — to confirm |
| Online bank charges | varies |
| Yellow-fever vaccination | per centre |
Official fees: Benin e-Visa fees (30 or 90 days) are to confirm on evisa.bj (the only official portal — beware of .com copycats). The application is 100% online. ⚠️ A yellow-fever vaccination certificate is mandatory to enter Benin (yellow-fever country). Passport valid ≥ 6 months + proof of onward travel. Long studies go through a consular visa + residence card. Confirm on evisa.bj.
Frequently asked questions
Is Algeria eligible for the Benin e-Visa?
Yes: Algerian nationals can apply for the Benin e-Visa 100% online at evisa.bj (30 or 90 days). OuiVisa can handle this.
Do I need a yellow-fever vaccine?
Yes, mandatory: Benin is a yellow-fever country and requires a valid vaccination certificate on entry, regardless of where you come from.
How do I avoid scams?
The only official site is evisa.bj. Copycat .com sites overcharge for the e-Visa: always check the address. OuiVisa uses the official portal.
Which duration to choose?
30 days (single or multiple) or 90 days (multiple) depending on your stay.
What about formal study?
It is a consular visa via the Beninese mission; the residence card is referred to a licensed adviser.
Is approval guaranteed?
No. Issuance is at the Beninese authorities' discretion; OuiVisa (or a partner agency) prepares and submits the file, but approval is not guaranteed.
Ready to do your Benin e-Visa online?
OuiVisa fills the official Beninese portal and submits your e-Visa (30 or 90 days) — check before payment.
Start my e-Visa onlineVisa application assistance — short and long stay, including study. OuiVisa does not provide immigration advice, residency, family reunification, work-permit or settlement services; for these we refer you to a licensed adviser. Visa issuance is at the competent authority's discretion; approval is not guaranteed.
