Residence & citizenship
Seychellois Permanent Residence
Long-term settled status that lets the holder live and work in Seychelles without any further permit.
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The ICS Permanent Residence page does not publish application fees or the full qualifying-residence period; these were not verifiable from an official source.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Seychelles government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Permanent Residence Permit
- Route type
- Permanent residence / settlement
- Work rights
- May work without a GOP; exempt from any other live/work permit
- Property
- May buy land/residential property with Government sanction at 50% of the sanction fee
Who it is for
- Long-term residents of Seychelles seeking settled status
- People who want to live and work in Seychelles without renewing a permit each time
Requirements
- Not be a prohibited immigrant
- No absence from Seychelles exceeding one year without the Minister's consent
- No conviction carrying imprisonment of more than one year
What you can do
- Live in Seychelles on a permanent basis
- Work without a Gainful Occupation Permit
- Buy land and residential property with Government sanction at a reduced sanction fee
How to apply
- Apply through the ICS Permanent Residence and Citizenship Section
- Contact ICS on (+248) 4293636 or m.laporte@gov.sc for the application requirements and current fees
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.