Benin: ANIP announces over 32,000 birth certificates issued and reminds of the deadline for free service

Author: Gildas AmoussouPublished on: September 28, 2026Country: Benin

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Benin: ANIP announces over 32,000 birth certificates issued and reminds of the deadline for free service

Over 32,000 children in Benin have already received their birth certificates for free during a 15-day operation launched on September 16 in Parakou, supported by UNICEF. ANIP reminds that the free service will end on September 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM, after which fees will apply. Parents can download the certificate via the ANIP BJ app or website using the child's NPI number, or visit a local office.

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