Benin: airport fees and taxes
We cover 1 airport in Benin. Each section below summarises the charges. Open the airport page for how to pay, the sources and the change log.
Cadjehoun International Airport (COO)
The ASECNA AIP page for Benin, in force from 16 April 2026, lists five charges per international departure. They are a 20,000 FCFA passenger charge, a 20,000 FCFA aeronautical development charge, an 18,000 FCFA security charge and a 2,500 FCFA tourism development charge. A passenger safety charge of 10 euros applies at boarding and at arrival. Regional flights carry a 15,000 FCFA passenger charge and domestic flights 1,500 FCFA. The page does not say how passengers pay.
| Charge | Amount | Who pays | How paid | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger charge (RP) | 20,000 FCFA international, 15,000 FCFA regional, 1,500 FCFA domestic | Boarding passengers | Not stated on the page, normally inside the ticket | In force |
| Aeronautical development charge (RDAP) | 20,000 FCFA | Boarding passengers | Not stated on the page, normally inside the ticket | In force |
| Security charge (RS) | 18,000 FCFA | Departing passengers | Not stated on the page, normally inside the ticket | In force |
| Passenger safety charge (sécurisation du passager) | 10 euros | Passengers on boarding and on arrival | Not stated on the page, normally inside the ticket | In force |
| Tourism development charge | 2,500 FCFA | Boarding passengers | Not stated on the page, normally inside the ticket | In force |
Last checked 19 October 2026. Full page and sources