Gambian visa for Beninese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Beninese passport holders visiting Gambia for a short-term stay: 30 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Beninese citizens to enter Gambia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 30 days |
| Evisa | Gambia e-visa for Beninese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Gambia visa on arrival for Beninese citizens | Not Available | |
Gambia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Beninese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Gambia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Gambia.
If you are looking for Gambia 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 Gambia nearest your place of residence.
- Lagos: The Consulate General of in Lagos, ~ 324.40 kilometers (201.57 mi) away from Porto Novo, Benin. (Working hours: Close now).
- Bissau: The Embassy of in Bissau, ~ 1976.62 kilometers (1228.21 mi) away from Porto Novo, Benin. (Working hours: Open now ).
Gambia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Gambia diplomatic mission offices to Benin for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Benin traveling to Gambia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Benin) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 15 | N/A |
| 2009 | 14 | -6.67% |
| 2010 | 9 | -35.71% |
| 2011 | 11 | 22.22% |
| 2012 | 16 | 45.45% |
| 2013 | 17 | 6.25% |
| 2014 | 16 | -5.88% |
| 2015 | 45 | 181.25% |
| 2016 | 45 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 52 | 15.56% |
| 2018 | 55 | 5.77% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Gambia & Benin comparison
Gambia's area is approximately 10,120 km2 (3,907 sq mi), while the area of Benin is approximately 112,760 km2 (43,536 sq mi). This means Benin is 11.14 times bigger than Gambia.
As of April 2024, Gambia's population is ~2.7 million people - 10,746,185 fewer people than the population of Benin.
We have highlighted Gambia & Benin’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Gambia | Benin | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 2,700,868 | 13,447,053 | 10.7 million fewer people live in Gambia than Benin |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 28 | 58 | Gambia has 30 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Benin. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 45 | 31 | Gambia passport holders can visit 14 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 18 | 25 | Gambian hosts 7 fewer foreign missions than Benin. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Benin travel to Gambia in one year?
The number of visitors from Benin visiting Gambia in 2018 was approximately 55.
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Useful Information
- Banjul to Porto Novo: 1810.46 km (1124.97 mi)
- Travel time: 3 hours 46 minutes
This page was last updated on: April 2024