Seychelles visas
Seychelles has an unusual entry system: it requires no visa of any nationality. Instead, every traveller must first obtain an electronic Travel Authorisation through the Seychelles Electronic Border System, and is then granted a free Visitor's Permit on arrival, while people who want to work, study, join family or settle apply for the relevant permit. Whether you need a permit, and which one, depends on your nationality, the length of your stay and the purpose of your visit, all administered by the Department of Immigration and Civil Status (ICS).
Seychellois visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Seychelles — tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.2 visas
- Work visasComing to Seychelles to work — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.1 visa
- Study visasStudying in Seychelles — student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Seychelles.1 visa
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Seychelles as a highly skilled individual.2 visas
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Seychelles long term — residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.2 visas
Seychellois visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Seychelles — key facts
- Visa authority
- Department of Immigration and Civil Status (ICS), Republic of Seychelles
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- Seychellois rupee (SCR)
- Time zone
- Seychelles Time (SCT), UTC+4
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.