The Embassy of Benin in Paris represents Benin in France and serves Beninese citizens living in the country.
Contact Details
Consular Section
| Address | 89 Rue du Cherche Midi, 75006 Paris, France |
| Telephone | +33 1 42 22 13 14 |
Consular section details according to the embassy.
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information – please confirm before your visit, especially on French and Beninese public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
Visitors go to 87, avenue Victor Hugo, 75116 Paris.
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00.
- Preparation: check the required documents on the embassy website and bring originals with copies.
The embassy and its network in France
The embassy names Corinne Brunet, Ambassador as head of mission. The Beninese community in France numbers around 28,800, according to French official figures. In the other direction, about 2,800 French citizens are registered with the French consular network in Benin. Four honorary consulates support Beninese citizens in other parts of France.
Consular services
The consular section typically handles:
- Beninese passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Visas for travellers who need one for Benin
Do I need an appointment?
Many consular services require an appointment – check the embassy website first.
Do French citizens need a visa for Benin?
French citizens need a visa for Benin; it can be applied for online (e-visa). A valid passport is required. Some regions of Benin are on the French Foreign Ministry’s list of areas to avoid. Details: French travel advice (Conseils aux voyageurs).
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on French public holidays and on the Beninese national holiday (1 August). Bridge days around holidays may bring extra closures.
Emergency assistance
Beninese nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +33 1 45 00 98 82. The embassy can help with lost passports, arrests and serious accidents, but it cannot cover costs or interfere with French authorities.
Diplomatic missions of Benin in France
Benin in France
- Paris – Embassy of Benin (this page)
- Bordeaux – Honorary Consulate
- Le Lamentin – Honorary Consulate
- Lyon – Honorary Consulate
- Marseille – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Benin in Paris
Where is the Beninese Embassy in Paris?
At 87, avenue Victor Hugo, 75116 Paris.
What are the opening hours of the Beninese Embassy in Paris?
According to the embassy: Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00. Confirm before visiting.
Do French citizens need a visa for Benin?
Yes – an e-visa can be applied for online.
Details checked on 8 October 2026. Sources: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs – directory of foreign representations in France, French travel advice for Benin. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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