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#CARD:Benin:Travel\Consular Information
Benin - Consular Information Sheet
October 18, 1993
Country Description: Benin is a developing West African country. Its
capital city is Porto Novo; however the adjoining city of Cotonou is the
main port and site of most government and tourist activity. Tourist
facilities in Cotonou are available, but are not fully developed elsewhere.
Entry Requirements: U.S. citizens are required to have a passport and a
visa in order to enter the country. Visa applications and further
information on entry requirements may be obtained from the Embassy of the
Republic of Benin, 2737 Cathedral Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008,
telephone (202) 232-6656.
Medical Facilities: Medical facilities in Benin are limited. Not all
medicines are available. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash
payment for health services. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid
outside the United States. Supplementary medical insurance with specific
overseas coverage has proved to be useful. Questions on health matters may
be referred to the Centers for Disease Control's international travelers
hotline at (404) 332-4559.
Information on Crime: Crime rates are rising, particularly in the city of
Cotonou. Armed criminals have used force in some cases. The loss or theft
abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to the local police
and to the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. The pamphlets "A Safe Trip
Abroad" and "Tips for Travelers to Sub-Saharan Africa" provide useful
information on protecting personal security while traveling abroad and on
travel in the region in general. Both are available from the Superintendent
of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
Drug Penalties: U.S. citizens are subject to the laws of the country in
which they are traveling. Strict laws regarding possession or
transportation of drugs are enforced. Convicted offenders can expect jail
sentences and fines.
Registration: U.S. citizens who register at the U.S. Embassy may obtain
updated information on travel and security in Benin.
Embassy Location: The U.S. Embassy is located in the city of Cotonou at Rue
Caporal Anani Bernard. The mailing address is B.P. 2012, Cotonou, Benin.
Telephone numbers are (229) 30-06-50, 30-05-13, and 30-17-92; fax numbers
are (229) 30-14-39 and 30-19-74.
No. 93-259
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated December 24, 1992, to add
information on reporting the loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport.
#ENDCARD