BENIN REPATRIATION REQUIREMENTS

Where is Benin? Western Africa, bordering the Bight of Benin, between Nigeria and Togo

Nationality: noun: Beninese (singular and plural) / adjective: Beninese

Ethnic Groups: Fon and related 39.2%, Adja and related 15.2%, Yoruba and related 12.3%, Bariba and related 9.2%, Peulh and related 7%, Ottamari and related 6.1%, Yoa-Lokpa and related 4%, Dendi and related 2.5%, other 1.6% (includes Europeans), unspecified 2.9% (2002 census)

Language(s): French (official), Fon and Yoruba (most common vernaculars in south), tribal languages (at least six major ones in north)

Religion(s): Christian 42.8% (Catholic 27.1%, Celestial 5%, Methodist 3.2%, other Protestant 2.2%, other 5.3%), Muslim 24.4%, Vodoun 17.3%, other 15.5% (2002 census)

CONSULATE TELEPHONE: (212) 249-6014

REPATRIATION SHIPPING REQUIREMENTS:

1. Death certificate (2)
2. Burial/Transit Permit
3. Passport of decedent
4. Embalmer's affidavit (notarized)
5. Letter of non-contagious disease
6. Casket - sealer-type metal
7. Zinc-lined wood shipping box

CONTACT NUMBERS:

CA, Los Angeles: (310) 641-3688
NY, New York City: (212) 249-6014

ADDITIONS / CORRECTIONS

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