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Condolence Letter from Sec. Kerry Following Former President Mathieu Kerekou’s Death

On behalf of the United States, I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family of former President Mathieu Kerekou.  The United States mourns with the people of Benin. President Kerekou served as an example to the entire African continent by moving Benin firmly in the direction of democratic governance.  During his elected ... Read More»

Security Message for U.S. Citizens: New Worldwide Caution (March 25, 2016)

The U.S. Embassy would like to remind U.S. citizens of the updated Worldwide Caution issued by the Department of State on March 03, 2016.  This caution replaces the Worldwide Caution dated July 29, 2015. https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/alertswarnings/worldwide-caution.html With the recent terrorist attacks in Cote d’Ivoire, Mali, Burkina Faso and Brussels, the U.S. Embassy Cotonou would like to remind ... Read More»

Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Expected Land Border Closure on March 20

The U.S. Embassy would like to inform U.S. citizens that Beninese land borders are expected to be closed from Sunday, March 20 at 12:00 a.m. until Monday, March 21 at 6:00 a.m. due to presidential elections scheduled for March 20.  The Government of Benin routinely closes land borders the day of national elections.  Please travel ... Read More»

Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Announcement of Election Results

U.S. Embassy Cotonou, Benin The U.S. Embassy wishes to inform U.S. citizens that results of the first round of elections are scheduled to be released this weekend.  While there are no specific demonstrations planned, social disruptions or protests could occur with little or no warning throughout Benin. Please remember that even demonstrations intended to be ... Read More»

Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Expected Land Border Closure due to Elections on March 6

The U.S. Embassy would like to inform U.S. citizens that Beninese land borders are expected to be closed from Sunday, March 6 at 12:00AM until Monday, March 7 at 06:00am due to the presidential elections taking place on March 6.  The Government of Benin routinely closes land borders the day of national elections.  Please travel ... Read More»