Visa & Entry to Benin

World Social Forum Cotonou 2026 · August 4–8, 2026

🌐 Online Visa ⚡ Fast processing 🔗 evisa.bj

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WSF Facilitation

The organizing committee is working to facilitate the entry of participants from all continents. Special arrangements will be made to support WSF Cotonou 2026 participants.

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Electronic Visa — evisa.bj

Benin has a simplified process for obtaining a visa online. This process allows you to obtain your electronic visa in a relatively short time — within a day or even a few hours.

📋 Steps for your application

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Access the portal

Go to evisa.bj from your browser.

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Fill in the form

Enter your personal information and stay details.

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Attach your documents

Valid passport (min. 6 months), photo, proof of accommodation.

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Pay online

Secure payment by credit card or mobile money.

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Receive your visa

The electronic visa is sent to you by email within a few hours.

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Apply now

Plan your visa application in advance for WSF Cotonou 2026.

Apply for my visa at evisa.bj →

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Visa-exempt countries : Nationals of many African countries and some partner countries benefit from visa exemption for Benin. Check the official list on the evisa.bj portal or contact your embassy.