Benin Genealogy

Africa BeninGuide to Benin ancestry, family history, and genealogy: birth records, marriage records, death records, census records, parish registers, and military records.

Country Information
Benin is a country in Africa bordered by Togo, Nigeria, Burkina Faso, and Niger. It was formerly a colony of France. The official language is French.

Benin Map
Genealogy records are kept on the local level in Benin.

Jurisdictions
Genealogy records are kept on the local level in Benin. Click on a place below to go to the corresponding Wiki article listing more information.

12 departments:

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FamilySearch Resources
Below are FamilySearch resources that can assist you in resourcing your family.
 * Facebook Communities - Facebook groups discussing genealogy research
 * Learning Center - Online genealogy courses
 * Historical Records
 * Family History Center locator map