Tips & Resources

1 - Visa

Your visa application is available in both French and English. You will submit your visa application and payment online. You will need your passport, flight tickets, and your address. The visa authorities will review your documents, and you will receive an email notification within 24 hours. It is recommended that you make your request at least 7 days before your planned arrival in Benin. For the application process, please visit the following link: https://evisa.gouv.bj/en/faq. If you require assistance, please feel free to contact us at diwetravel@gmail.com.

2 - Required vaccinated

The Yellow Fever vaccine is required for all travelers aged 9 months and older. The certification is valid 10 days after vaccination, and the vaccine is recommended every 10 years.

3 - Recommended Vaccinations

Routine Immunizations 

Hepatitis A

Meningococcal Meningitis

Polio

Typhoid Fever

4 - Get travel insurance

We recommend that you obtain travel insurance, especially if you have a predisposition to health conditions. In the event of unforeseen circumstances, medical assistance will be provided to you. Please see below for a couple of health assurances:

https://www.allianz-travel.ch/fr_CH/assurancevoyage.htmls-

https://www.tcs.ch/fr/camping-voyages/informations-touristiques/infos-destinations/benin.php

https://www.visana.ch/fr/clientele_privee/vehicules-voyages/vacanza

https://www.chapkadirect.fr/index.php?action=produit&id=809

5 -  You should notify your bank about your destination.

In most big cities and hotels, you can pay with cards. However, in local markets, some souvenir shops, and for street purchases, you will need the local currency CFA. Upon your arrival, we will assist you in exchanging your money.

6 - What to bring with

Pack a small medical kit for your medications if you’re taking any or your health necessities. You may not find them at local pharmacies. Bring comfortable walking shoes (hiking shoes, sandals, and flip-flops for showers), comfortable clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. For ladies, a headscarf made with African fabric will be provided to you. Bring a book to read or music for long rides. Do not forget a water bottle.
 

7 -  Passport and ID card

We encourage you to make copies of your passport and ID card

8 - Meeting with local people

Respect local customs, culture, norms, and practices. We will teach you greetings and expressions of gratitude in local languages, along with some important cultural norms. It will be an unforgettable experience.

https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays-destination/benin/

NB: If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us