Benin
Travel Factsheet •
XOF
Currency
French
Language
+229
Calling Code
R
Drives On
Emergency Numbers
Police: 117
Ambulance: 118
Entry Requirements
Visa:
Visa required for most travelers, obtainable on arrival or prior.
Passport:
6 months validity
Money & Costs
Cards:
Cash essential
ATMs:
Medium
Daily Budget:
$80
Tipping:
10% tip is appreciated.
Health & Safety
Doctors:
Rare
Pharmacy:
Limited hours
Essential Phrases
Hello
Bonjour
Goodbye
Au revoir
Please
S'il vous plaît
Thank you
Merci
Sorry
Désolé
Things to Avoid
Not respecting local customsAssuming english is widely spokenIgnoring safety advisories
Don't discuss: PoliticsDon't discuss: Ethnic tensions