Bénin extends deadline for civil engineers registration
Civil engineers in Bénin now have an additional 30 days to register with the Ordre national des ingénieurs civils du Bénin. The extension, announced by the Ministry of Housing and Transport, aims to ensure broader participation from qualified professionals.
Who qualifies for registration?
The registration process is open to all Bénin-based or overseas civil engineers holding recognized degrees. This includes:
- Civil engineering graduates with a diplôme d’ingénieur de conception
- Holders of a professional master’s degree accredited by the Bénin government and the Conseil africain et malgache pour l’enseignement supérieur (CAMES)
- Professionals with equivalent qualifications in specialized fields
Eligible specializations include:
- Building and public works
- Geotechnical engineering
- Transport infrastructure
- Hydraulics
- Energy infrastructure
- Sanitation and environmental engineering
- Electronics, IT, and telecommunications
Why the extension?
The Ministry of Housing and Transport emphasized the importance of this step in finalizing the first-ever Tableau de l’Ordre national des ingénieurs civils du Bénin. By extending the registration period, officials aim to:
- Encourage maximum participation from eligible engineers
- Ensure all professionals meet the legal requirements
- Streamline the establishment of the new regulatory body
The updated timeline requires all applicants to complete their registration on the official platform, onic.bj, within the next 30 days.
Next steps for professionals
Engineers are urged to verify their eligibility and prepare the necessary documentation before proceeding with online registration. Failure to register within the stipulated timeframe may result in exclusion from the upcoming professional roll.
For further details, professionals are advised to consult the official guidelines or contact the Ordre national des ingénieurs civils du Bénin directly.
