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From 76702.1202@CompuServe.COM Tue Dec 29 14:15:43 1992
Newsgroups: wstd.travel.advisories
From: 76702.1202@CompuServe.COM (Charlie Smith)
Subject: *NEW* TRAVEL INFORMATION -- Benin
Organization: The World @ Software Tool & Die
Distribution: wstd
Date: Tue, 29 Dec 1992 14:30:16 GMT
STATE DEPARTMENT TRAVEL INFORMATION - Benin
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Benin - Consular Information Sheet
December 24, 1992
Embassy Location: The U.S. Embassy is located in the city of
Cotonou at Rue Caporal Anani Bernard. The mailing address is B.P.
2012, Cotonou, Benin. Telephone numbers are 229-30-06-50, 30-05-13,
30-17-92.
Country Description: Benin is a developing West African country.
Its capital city is Porto Novo; however the adjoining city of
Cotonou is the main port and site of most government and tourist
activity. Tourist facilities in Cotonou are available, but are not
fully developed elsewhere.
Entry Requirements: U.S. citizens are required to have passports
and a visa in order to enter the country. Visa applications and
further information on entry requirements can be obtained from the
Embassy of the Republic of Benin, 2737 Cathedral Avenue N.W.,
Washington, D.C. 20008, telephone (202) 232-6656.
Medical Facilities: Medical facilities in Benin are limited. Not
all medicines are available. Doctors and hospitals often expect
immediate cash payment for health services. U.S. medical insurance
is not always valid outside the United States. Supplementary
medical insurance with specific coverage has proved to be useful.
Questions on health matters can be referred to the Centers for
Disease Control's international travelers hotline at (404) 332-4559.
Information on Crime: Crime rates are rising, particularly in the
city of Cotonou. Armed criminals have used force in some cases.
Useful information on safeguarding valuables and protecting personal
security while traveling abroad is provided in the Department of
State pamphlet, "A Safe Trip Abroad." It is available from the
Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office,
Washington D.C. 20402.
Drug Penalties: Strict laws regarding possession or transportation
of drugs are enforced. Convicted offenders can expect jail
sentences and fines.
Tips for Travelers: The Department of State publication "Tips for
Travelers to Sub-Saharan Africa" is available from the
Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office,
Washington D.C. 20402, and contains general useful information.
Registration: U.S. citizens who register at the U.S. Embassy can
obtain updated information on travel and security within the country.
No. 92-129
Distribution:
>INTERNET:travel-advisories@stolaf.edu.