For Beninese passport holders with a Canadian visa or PR

Countries Beninese citizens can visit with a Canadian visa or PR

These countries trust a Canadian visa or PR and waive or ease their own visa for Beninese citizens.

5 countries open up
5 visa-free

Costa Rica Visa required→Visa-free30 days

US visa (B, F, H, L) with 3+ months validity; transit visas not accepted. Canada and EU visas must be multiple-entry.

Also accepted: US visa, Schengen visa.
Mexico Visa required→Visa-free180 days

Physical visa sticker valid on arrival (digital copies refused). Fill the FMM form; carry return ticket and accommodation proof.

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, Japan, Green Card, UK residence, EU residence.
Moldova eVisa→Visa-free90 days

Non-transit visa or residence permit. Up to 90 days within a 270-day window.

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, Ireland, UK residence, EU residence.
Montenegro Visa required→Visa-free30 days

Supporting visa must stay valid for your whole stay.

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Ireland.
Panama Visa required→Visa-free30 days

Multiple-entry visa already used once in the issuing country. Show about USD 500 or proof of funds. Sources differ on the minimum visa validity (6 months or 1 year).

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, Australia, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Green Card, UK residence, EU residence.

Hold a different visa?

US visa holders 7 Schengen visa holders 7 UK visa holders 6 UK residents 5 EU residents 5 Green Card holders 3 Japan visa holders 3

Hold more than one? Tick everything you hold to see every country it opens up.

Common questions

Which countries can Beninese citizens visit with a Canadian visa or PR?

5 destinations relax their rules for Beninese citizens who hold a Canadian visa or PR, including visa-free entry to Costa Rica, Mexico, Moldova, Montenegro, Panama. Conditions differ by country.

Does a Canadian visa or PR have to be valid on arrival?

Yes, in almost every case. Many countries also want it valid for some months after you arrive, and a few want it already used once. The exact rule is listed under each country.

Perks are re-checked every week. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.