🇧🇯 Benin · Student
Visa d'étude — 12 mois (student visa) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Work experience | 2+ years |
| Education | secondary |
| Age range | 15–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €180 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Citizenship possible after 3 years. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://dei.gouv.bj/pieces_a_fournir/?piece=Visa.
- Typical processing: ~10 days.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Visto de estudante = residência temporária pela duração dos estudos; PR via rota pós-estudo separada. not_applicable. Programa: PIECES A FOURNIR POUR UN VISA D'ETUDE”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.