How many people from Benin live in Belgium?
The UN does not publish a precise figure for people from Benin in Belgium. Still, the diaspora gathers here too, and Compatri follows its communities city by city.
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Benin diaspora in Belgium
People from Benin in Belgium meet here, city by city. Each community is a neighbourhood, not a crowd, so if yours is missing, start it.
Communities by city
Where to meet people from Benin in Belgium
On Compatri, people from Benin already meet in Bruxelles, Liège, and Louvain-la-Neuve.
Each community brings together members of the same city, so you meet neighbours rather than a crowd.
In total, 20 members take part.
Other diasporas in Belgium
There, the largest diasporas also come from Morocco, France, the Netherlands, Romania, and Italy, according to the UN. Each one has its own page on Compatri, with its cities and meetups.
Joining the Benin community in Belgium
Compatri brings diasporas together where they live. First, you choose the community of your city. Then you discover what its members organise: meals, parties, afterworks or mutual aid. Finally, you message compatriots who share your interests.
You can also host your own meetup: a meal, an outing or a party. It then appears to members of your city, and you follow sign-ups from your account.
Your exact location never appears: other members only see an approximate area. In addition, joining a community and attending events costs nothing.
Benin Independence Day in Belgium
Every August 1, the national day brings the Benin diaspora together. Locally too, communities organise concerts, meals and gatherings.
Frequently asked questions
How many people from Benin live in Belgium?
The UN does not publish a figure for this pair of countries. However, Compatri communities give a city-by-city picture.
Which cities do people from Benin live in in Belgium?
On Compatri, you will find them in Bruxelles, Liège, and Louvain-la-Neuve, for example. Each city has its own community, members and meetups.
How can I meet people from Benin in Belgium?
Join the community of your city on Compatri, then attend the meetups its members organise. You can also host your own event.
Which other diasporas live in Belgium?
According to the UN, the largest ones come from Morocco, France, the Netherlands, Romania, and Italy.
When is the Benin national day?
Benin Independence Day falls on August 1. In Belgium too, the diaspora celebrates it every year.
Do I have to pay to join my community?
No. Joining your community, discovering nearby members and attending events stays free. The Starter and Advanced plans only add features to go further.
Elsewhere in the world
Elsewhere, the Benin diaspora also lives in Nigeria, Ivory Coast, and Togo. Each country has its own page, with its cities and meetups.