Seychelles is famous for its beautiful beaches and unique biodiversity. It offers many tourist attractions where you can enjoy clear blue waters and various water sports.
CapitalVictoria
Population98,000
Official language(s)Official languages: Seychellois Creole, English, French
CurrencySeychellois Rupee (SCR)
Time zoneUTC+4
Don't miss the sunset at the beach. It's also recommended to try fresh seafood at local restaurants.
Seychelles generally issues a visitor’s permit on arrival for most nationalities, usually allowing stays of up to 3 months. However, visa requirements can vary by nationality, so bring your onward or return ticket, accommodation details, and any documents that support your stay. This is different from pre-travel electronic authorizations such as ESTA, K-ETA, UK ETA, eTA, or ETA schemes; Seychelles uses an advance online travel authorization system (the Seychelles Electronic Border System, SEBS) rather than a visa waiver like those programs. Paper arrival cards are not usually used, but any goods that must be declared — including cash above the applicable threshold — should be reported on arrival; check the latest rules before travel.
1. Submit travel details online before arrival
Seychelles uses the SEBS system for advance online submission of traveler information before entry. Keep the confirmation with you, as it may be requested on arrival on your phone or as a printed copy.
2. Check your passport and stay requirements
At immigration, officials may check your passport validity, onward or return ticket, accommodation details, and proof of funds. If your purpose of travel or length of stay does not fit the visitor rules, the permit may be delayed or restricted.
3. Visitor’s permit issued
Most tourists receive a visitor’s permit on arrival. The permitted stay is usually up to 3 months, and it may be stamped in your passport or provided as a separate confirmation.
4. Customs declaration and restricted items
Meat, fruit, plants, soil, and similar items may be subject to quarantine or import restrictions, so check carefully before packing. Declare any goods or cash that must be reported to customs honestly; paper declaration forms are often not used.
1. Recheck your stay status and flight details
Before departure, make sure your visitor’s permit is still valid and recheck your flight and passport details. If you extended your stay or changed your travel plans, settle that before heading to the airport.
2. Exit after departure control
Seychelles usually does not have a complicated departure process, but passport and boarding pass checks may be done at exit control. If you have duty-free items or anything that needs declaration, handle it according to airline or airport instructions before departure.