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Benin Inmate Search & Prison Directory

Browse correctional facilities and prisons in Benin. Find addresses, phone numbers, and official contacts for 2 facilities in this directory, plus emergency guidance for US citizens and families of detainees.

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0Federal
0State / Provincial
0County / Local

About Benin's Correctional System

Benin's correctional system is managed by the Ministère de la Justice de Bénin. For inmate searches, use the official contacts listed below or contact the facility directly using the phone numbers on this page. Where available, the facility listings below include addresses, inmate capacity, and descriptive information.

For US citizens detained in Benin, contact US Embassy Benin at +229 21 36 5550 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US.

Key Benin Prison Contacts

Agency / ContactLocationPhoneWebsite
Ministère de la Justice de Bénin Benin See website Visit Site
US Embassy Benin Benin +229 21 36 5550 Visit Site
US State Dept Emergency (from US) Washington DC 1-888-407-4747 Visit Site
Showing 2 facilities in Benin
Prison Civile de Cotonou (Akpro-Miss�r�t�)
Facility Closed
📍Akpro-Miss�r�t�, Atlantique
👤3,500 Capacity
Benin's main prison. Located near Cotonou the economic capital. Severely overcrowded. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners. Documented for very poor conditions with limited food water and medical care.
Prison Civile de Porto-Novo
Facility Closed
📍Porto-Novo, Ou�m�
👤1,200 Capacity
Prison in Benin's official capital. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners from the southern region.

Benin Prison FAQ

Browse the facility listings on this page to find the specific institution, then contact them directly using the phone number listed. For US citizens detained in Benin, contact US Embassy Benin at +229 21 36 5550 immediately.
Contact US Embassy Benin at +229 21 36 5550 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US. Consular officers can visit detained Americans, provide lists of local attorneys, and notify family members.
Visitation rules vary significantly by facility and security level in Benin. You will typically need to be on an approved visitor list, present valid government-issued photo ID, and comply with the facility's dress code. Contact the specific facility directly using the phone number listed on this page to confirm current visitation hours and requirements.
Contact Barreau du Bénin for referrals to qualified criminal defense attorneys in Benin. The US Embassy can also provide a list of local attorneys. You can also find a criminal lawyer through our directory.
Each Benin facility has its own approved methods for receiving inmate funds. Contact the facility directly using the phone numbers listed on this page for current accepted payment methods, deposit limits, and procedures.

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