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 |
|---|---|
| 2025-01-01 | New Year |
| 2025-01-10 | Celebration of traditional religions |
| 2025-04-21 | Easter Monday |
| 2025-05-19 | Victoria Day |
| 2025-06-09 | Pentecost Monday |
| 2025-07-01 | Canada Day |
| 2025-08-01 | National Day of Benin |
| 2025-09-01 | Labour Day |
| 2025-09-30 | National Day of Truth and Reconciliation (Canada) |
| 2025-10-13 | Thanksgiving |
| 2025-12-25 | Christmas Day |
| 2025-12-26 | Boxing Day |
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