Embassy of France in Cotonou, Benin; address Avenue Jean-Paul II, Cotonou; phone +22921365533. Head of mission: Mr. Marc Vizy. Plus 3 other missions.
Head of mission: Mr. Marc Vizy, Ambassador (as of 2020)
Head of mission: Mrs Thérèse Oudot, Honorary Vice-Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr Georges Beaulaton, Honorary Vice-Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mrs Thérèse Oudot, Honorary Vice-Consul (as of 2015)
France is a top global tourism destination, attracting millions annually with its vibrant and diverse appeal. It could be an appealing choice for a segment of Benin's 13 million population.
France is generally considered safe for tourists, including those coming from Benin. According to the Global Peace Index, France ranks 84th out of 160 countries, which is better than Benin's ranking of 112th. In terms of safety while walking alone at night, France is ranked 40th among 40 European countries, indicating some concerns, but it remains safer than Benin. Both countries have similar murder rates, at 1.1 per 100,000 people. However, France has a lower female murder rate of 0.7. Regarding organized crime, France has higher indices (indicating more issues) in areas like mafia groups (6.0) and crime networks (6.5) compared to Benin. Nonetheless, France has lower indices for state crime (3.0) and resource crime (4.5), suggesting better governance in those areas. Overall, while France has its challenges, it is generally safer than Benin for tourists.