Benin
Republic of Benin
Other countries in the neighborhood of Benin are Togo, Ghana, Nigeria, Burkina Faso and Ivory CoastTravel advice
Exercise a high degree of caution
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avoid non-essential travel (with regional advisories)
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Drinking water
Drinking tap water in Benin is not recommended
Timezone
Africa/Porto-Novo (GMT +01:00)
That makes the current date and time January 20, 2021, 9:00 am
Visa requirements
Visa requirements for Benin if you are coming from
Currency
The currency in Benin is CFA Franc BCEAO
CFA Franc BCEAO
Language
The languages spoken in Benin are French and Yoruba*
* Not an official language / spoken in some parts of the country
Weather
Average temperature (°C) in Benin per month
Average precipitation (mm) in Benin per month
Vaccinations and health
Malaria
Malaria occurs in this country. Protect yourself from mosquito bites. Precautions are personal. Consult a qualified medical professional to determine the right actions
Hepatitis A
Vaccination is recommended for all travelers to this country
Hepatitis B
The vaccination advice is personal. Consult a qualified medical professional to determine whether vaccination is useful for you
Yellow fever
Yellow fever occurs in this country. Vaccination is mandatory for all travelers
Tyfoid
The vaccination advice is personal. Consult a qualified medical professional to determine whether vaccination is useful for you
Cholera
The authorities require a so-called cholera declaration when you enter the country by land
DTP
Vaccination is recommended for all travelers to this country
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