Embassy of France in Cotonou
If you are living or residing in Cotonou and planning a trip to France, you may want to know
the address, phone or office hours of the Embassy of France in Cotonou.
This information is for:
- Beninese passport holders living in Cotonou
- French passports traveling/working or living in Cotonou
- Foreign passports currently residing in Cotonou
Embassy Information
| Address: | 2235, Avenue Jean-Paul Ii B. P. 966 Cotonou Benin |
| Phone: | + 229 21 36 55 33 |
| Fax: | + 229 21 36 55 30 |
| Email: | [email protected] |
| Website: | bj.ambafrance.org |
| Office hours: | |
| Current time in Cotonou | 03:43 AM Thursday, January 23 2025-01-23 (GMT +0100) |
| Current time in France | 16:43 PM Wednesday, January 22 2025-01-22 (GMT -1000) |
The following services may be available at the Embassy:
- Issuance/renewal of passports
- Document notarization
- Issuing visas to France
- Offering assistance in case of emergencies for French citizens
Fast Facts:
- Distance: The distance between Cotonou and Paris is 4418.78 km (2745.70 miles). The average travel time is 9 hours 12 minutes.
- Time difference: Cotonou is is same date and time Paris. When the time is 04:17 on November, Monday 18 in Cotonou, it is 04:17 on November, Monday 18 in Paris
Map and Directions
Get directions to the Embassy of France in Cotonou.
Distance from city center
3.54 km ( 2.20 miles)
Nearest airport
Cotonou Airport (COO)
Distance to airport
4.11 kms
Office Hours
| Date | Office hours | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday (Today, November 17, 2024) | Closed | |
| Monday (November 18, 2024) | 09:00 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00 | |
| Tuesday (November 19, 2024) | 09:00 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00 | |
| Wednesday (November 20, 2024) | 09:00 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00 | |
| Thursday (November 21, 2024) | 09:00 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00 | |
| Friday (November 22, 2024) | 09:00 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00 | |
| Saturday (November 23, 2024) | Closed |
Frequently asked questions, answered
1. Where is the embassy of France located?
It is located at 2235, Avenue Jean-Paul Ii B. P. 966 Cotonou Benin. Coordinates: (2.4209538, 6.3525108).
2. How do I contact the France Embassy in Cotonou?
You can contact the embassy by phone at: + 229 21 36 55 33. The working hours are from except official holidays in France and Benin.
3. Is the embassy open now?
No, it is closed now. The current time in Cotonou is 03:43.
Do you need a travel visa?
Disclaimers:
This is NOT the official website of the Embassy of France in Cotonou.
This website is for informational/reference purposes only.
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| Humidity | 76% | |
| Wind | 2.06 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 12:31 PM | |
Useful Information
SITE MAP
3.54 km ( 2.20 miles) from city center
Nearby landmarks
Mur du patrimoine
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Cinéma Les Cocotiers
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CanalOlympia Wologuèdé
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Benin Marina
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musée olympique du Bénin
5.91 km
Lake Nokoué
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Banks & ATMs
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NSIA Placodji
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UBA direction générale
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Caisse Autonome D'amortissement
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Western Union Societé générale
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BIBE direction générale
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