Residence Card – Investor / Entrepreneur (Carte de séjour (investisseur))
Residence Card – Investor / Entrepreneur is a residence route in Benin (Entrepreneur). Company created online via APIEx (monentreprise.bj, 24–72h); RCCM, IFU; then residence card. No minimum investment for residence.
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
Residents taxed on worldwide income, progressive up to 30%
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Entrepreneur |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | — |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | — |
| Citizenship | 10 |
| Work | ownBusiness |
| Eligible | all |
| Tax | Residents taxed on worldwide income, progressive up to 30% |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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