Office of the Embassy of Canada, in Cotonou, Benin
We provide services to Canadians visiting and living in Benin.
Services and information
Citizenship services
Steps to become a Canadian citizen. Get proof of citizenship.
Notarial services
Have your documents certified and authenticated.
Passport services
Apply for a passport and what to do if your passport is lost, stolen or damaged.
Office closures
These closures are subject to change in the event of a large-scale emergency. Emergency consular assistance for Canadians is always available 24/7.
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 2024-01-01 | New Year |
| 2024-01-10 | Celebration of traditional religions |
| 2024-04-01 | Easter Monday |
| 2024-05-01 | Labour Day (Benin) |
| 2024-05-20 | National Patriots' Day / Victoria Day / Pentecost Monday |
| 2024-06-17 | Tabaski – Aïd El Kébir (variable date) |
| 2024-08-01 | National Day of Benin |
| 2024-09-30 | National Day of Truth and Reconciliation (Canada) |
| 2024-10-14 | Thanksgiving |
| 2024-11-11 | Remembrance Day |
| 2024-12-25 | Christmas day |
| 2024-12-26 | Boxing Day |
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