Benin
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- Orientation Information
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As part of your Fulbright grant, you are required to attend a virtual Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) from July 15-18, 2024. The PDO will provide sessions and activities to help you prepare for your upcoming experience. You will receive an email in mid-June that will direct you to the PDO website where you can register for the event. If you have any questions regarding the PDO, please email FulbrightPDO.AF@iie.org.
- Contact Information
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U.S. Embassy, Public Affairs Section
01BP 2012
Cotonou Benin
Tel: +(229) 21 30-03-12
Email: cotonouculture@state.gov
Website: https://bj.usembassy.gov/The Public Affairs Section is located on the third floor of the New Embassy Compound (NEC), Boulevard de la Marina, 01BP 2012, Cotonou, Benin. The U.S. Embassy is located opposite the Novotel Hotel.
For more information, see the first page of the country guidelines.
- Country Information
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