Bénin extends registration deadline for National Order of Civil Engineers
The authorities in Bénin have decided to grant more time for civil engineers to finalize their enrollment in the professional regulatory body. The Ministry of Living Environment and Transport has officially extended the registration window for the National Order of Civil Engineers of Bénin, giving practitioners an additional 30 days to complete the process online.
Establishment of the professional roll
This extension was confirmed in a statement issued by Georges Alé, the Minister of Living Environment and Transport. The move aligns with the regulatory framework set out in Decree No. 2021-300, dated June 9, 2021, which governs the organization of the civil engineering profession within the country. The government aims to ensure that all qualified professionals are properly documented in this new administrative phase.
Eligibility and technical requirements
The census is open to all Béninese civil engineers, whether they are based locally or living abroad. To be eligible for the National Order, applicants must hold a design engineering degree, a professional master’s degree recognized by the state and CAMES, or an equivalent certified qualification. This initiative encompasses a wide range of technical specialties, including:
- Buildings and public works
- Geotechnical engineering and transport infrastructure
- Hydraulics and energy infrastructure
- Sanitation and environmental protection
- Electronics, computer science, and telecommunications
Qualified professionals are urged to visit the official digital portal to submit their applications within the new thirty-day timeframe. The government emphasizes that this measure is essential for the formal creation of the first official Roll of the National Order of Civil Engineers of Bénin, ensuring that all practitioners operate within a recognized and organized professional framework.
