Irish in Benin - Irish Expats in Benin

Meet Irish Expatriates in Benin!

InterNations – Uniting Irish living in Benin

Would you like to get in touch with other Irish in Benin? Are you in need of help and advice from your Irish compatriots? Or would you like to join other Irish expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. the Royal Palaces at Abomey?

Whether you have settled as an expat in Benin or are still living in Ireland to plan your upcoming foreign assignment, InterNations Benin offers everything you require: Established in 2007, our trusted community has soon become the platform for international networking among expatriates and global minds around the world. Our network also counts a considerable number of Irish expats in Benin, coming from all over Ireland - from Connacht over Leinster to Munster.

Find tips and advice on Benin from Irish Expats

Of course, expat living in Benin is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Irish is an essential part of expat life and becoming accustomed to the Beninese way of life and mentality. InterNations helps you connect and meet up with other Irish in Benin, residing in Porto-Novo, Cotonou, Malanville and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Irish in Cotonou.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your Irish native language, discover where to shop for Irish food or discuss the Kerry G.A.A.'s latest match, become a member of the Beninese InterNations Community:

• Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from Ireland or English-speaking expatriates in Benin.
• Obtain and share insider tips in our Benin Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a English-speaking babysitter for your children or where to buy Irish-style white and black pudding in Porto-Novo.
• Search the InterNations Expat Guide for Benin to get information on the local St Patrick's Society or the nearest Irish consulate.

From the baobab-dotted savannas to the northern "Reserve du W du Niger", we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Irish expats in Benin.

Join our expat activities and mingle with fellow Irish in Benin

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in Benin. Our get-togethers include diverse interests and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional Beninese kuli-kuli, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Porto-Novo’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see the Afro-Brazilian Museé da Silva in the capital as well as other beautiful landmarks in Benin.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from Ireland and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just send us your membership application and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Fáilte from our Irish living in Benin!