2 missions of Benin in Gabon: Consulate of Benin in Libreville, Gabon; Consulate of Benin in Port-Gentil, Gabon. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Yessouffou Maroya, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Benin, 28 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Georges Kassavi, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Benin, 28 Nov 2024)
Benin offers a unique cultural experience and an improving tourism infrastructure, making it an appealing destination for some of Gabon's 2 million residents. The country has seen a significant increase in international tourist arrivals, indicating its growing attractiveness.
Benin is generally considered safe for tourists, including those coming from Gabon. According to the Global Peace Index, Benin ranks 112th out of 160 countries, while Gabon ranks slightly lower at 116th. The murder rate in Benin is low, at 1.1 per 100,000 people, although data for Gabon is not available. In terms of organized crime, both countries have similar scores, with Gabon and Benin both rated 1.0 for mafia groups. However, Gabon has a lower score for crime networks (5.0) compared to Benin (6.0). Other crime indices vary, with Gabon showing higher levels of state crime (8.0) than Benin (6.0), while Benin has higher scores in foreign crime (8.0) and cocaine trade (6.0). Overall, both countries face challenges, but Benin's low murder rate and comparable crime indices suggest it is a safe destination for tourists.