For Beninese passport holders with an EU residence permit

Countries Beninese citizens can visit with an EU residence permit

These countries trust an EU residence permit and waive or ease their own visa for Beninese citizens.

5 countries open up
4 visa-free
1 easier eVisa or eTA

Albania eVisa→Visa-free90 days

Multiple-entry US, UK or Schengen visa that has already been used once in the issuing country. Residence permits from those places also qualify.

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, GCC residence, UK residence.
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, Canada, Japan, Green Card, UK 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, Canada, Ireland, UK residence.
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, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Green Card, UK residence.
Saudi Arabia Visa required→eVisa

Residents of GCC countries can apply for Saudi e-Visas online and residents of the United States , United Kingdom and European Union may apply for a visa on arrival

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, UK residence.

Hold a different visa?

US visa holders 7 Schengen visa holders 7 UK visa holders 6 UK residents 5 Canadian visa and PR holders 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 an EU residence permit?

5 destinations relax their rules for Beninese citizens who hold an EU residence permit, including visa-free entry to Albania, Mexico, Moldova, Panama. Conditions differ by country.

Does an EU residence permit 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.