Benin (officially Republic of Benin) is an independent country located in Western Africa, Africa. With a population of 13,224,860 people, it ranks #78 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 112,622 km² (#103 globally), with a population density of 117 people per km². The capital city is Porto-Novo. The official language is French.
Key Facts
Population
13,224,860
#78 world ranking
Area
112,622 km²
#103 world ranking
Population Density
117/km²
Capital
Porto-Novo
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC+01:00
Continent
Africa
Bordering Countries
4
neighboring countries
Languages
- French— see all countries
Currency
- West African CFA franc (Fr)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (4)
Nigeria
Niger
Burkina Faso
TogoCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Benin?
The capital of Benin is Porto-Novo.
What is the population of Benin?
Benin has a population of 13,224,860 people, ranking #78 in the world by population.
How big is Benin?
Benin covers an area of 112,622 km², ranking #103 in the world by area. The population density is 117 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Benin?
The official languages of Benin are: French.
What is the currency of Benin?
The currency of Benin is West African CFA franc (Fr).
What countries border Benin?
Benin shares borders with 4 countries: Nigeria, Niger, Burkina Faso, Togo.