The business mission “Benin and Nigeria 2026”, taking place from October 25 to 30, 2026, offers Austrian companies the opportunity to get to know two promising markets in West Africa and explore concrete business opportunities. In Cotonou and Lagos, you can expect tailored advice, support in arranging business meetings, market insights through on-site visits, and networking with existing partners. Benin offers opportunities in areas such as industry, infrastructure, and special economic zones, while Nigeria should be assessed individually due to its size and diversity.

Program Highlights & Your Benefits:

Individual Consultation by the Foreign Trade Center Lagos: Receive information and support in advance for preparing your market entry.
Individual Business Appointments: Identify and arrange suitable meetings with potential local business partners.
On-site Visits: Gain concrete insights into the markets and local conditions.
Networking Events in Cotonou and Lagos: Establish contacts with existing partners and expand your network in West Africa.

Target Audience:

Austrian companies interested in the Benin and Nigeria markets
Companies looking to develop new business opportunities in West Africa
Companies interested in the industrial, infrastructure, and special economic zones sectors in Benin
Companies wishing to explore business opportunities in Nigeria with suitable local partners

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Registration

Registration is handled by Advantage Austria.

Costs

Participation per country:

Austrian Federal Economic Chamber (WKÖ) members: EUR 400
Non-members: EUR 800

Participation in both countries:

WKÖ members: EUR 700 instead of EUR 800
Non-members: EUR 1,400 instead of EUR 1,600

Program

October 25–30, 2026 | Cotonou, Benin and Lagos, Nigeria

Cotonou, Benin: National Day networking event with the Austrian Ambassador
Lagos, Nigeria: Networking event with existing partners
Individual business appointments
On-site visits
Individual consultation by the Foreign Trade Center Lagos

Foreign Trade Center Lagos
Barbara Lehninger – Commercial Counsellor
T: +234 809 097 8603
E-Mail: lagos@wko.at

The event is part of the go-international internationalization initiative, a joint initiative of the Federal Ministry for Labour and Economy and the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber; as well as ReFocus Austria, a joint initiative of the Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs, the Federal Ministry for Labour and Economy, the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber, Austrian National Tourist Office, and representatives of other federal ministries.