Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Is issued to citizens of all nationalities, except for holders of unrecognized passports, and is intended for travel to the Seychelles for tourism, leisure, business purposes, as well as visiting relatives. Although a visa is not officially required to enter the Seychelles, all travelers are required to obtain an electronic authorization in advance. The electronic authorization is valid for a single entry; its validity period is indicated in the approval email containing the QR code. Upon arrival in the Seychelles and completion of immigration formalities, travelers are granted a stay permit, which is generally valid for a period of up to three months.
The primary characteristics that define the conditions for obtaining and using a visa. These conditions may vary depending on the individual circumstances of the applicant and the decision of the immigration authorities of the country.
Individually
Visa validity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
Expires on the date indicated on the QR code in the confirmation email. Upon arrival in the Seychelles and after completing immigration formalities, all travelers are issued a visitor permit, which is generally valid for up to three months.
3 months
Duration of stay
The maximum duration for which one is permitted to stay in the country continuously from the date of entry.
The length of stay under the visa exemption cannot exceed 90 days. Upon arrival in the Seychelles, travelers are granted a visitor permit indicating the authorized departure date.
12 months
Extension of stay
The extension of the maximum duration of stay in the country initially permitted by the visa, subject to approval by the immigration authorities. This is typically processed within the country without the need for departure.
Can be extended every three months, up to a maximum total period of one year, provided the requirements are met.For extensions beyond the initial three months, a fee of SCR 5,000 (~350 US dollars) is required for each additional three-month period or part thereof.
single-entry
The possibility of entering the country only once during the visa's validity period. After departure from the country with such a visa, re-entry is not possible, even if the visa's validity period has not yet expired.
Number of entries
A parameter specifying the number of times the visa holder can enter the country during its validity period. Visas can be single-entry, multiple-entry, or with a specified number of entries.
Each new entry to Seychelles requires obtaining a fresh travel authorization, but there is no general limit on how many trips one can make. There is also no cumulative day limit beyond the per-visit maximum; multiple entries are allowed as long as each stay abides by the permitted duration.
1 day
Processing time
The period during which the immigration authorities review the application and make a decision regarding the issuance of the visa. Only business days are counted, excluding weekends and public holidays.
The time taken to process the application depends on which package the applicant select. Standard is processed in 24 hours, Premium is processed in 6 hours, and Expedited is processed in 60 minutes. However, it is recommended to submit the application no earlier than 30 days and no later than 10 days before departure.
$10 - standard processing (24 hours)
$30 - premium processing (6 hours)
$70 - express processing for adults (60 minutes)
$30 - for children expedited Processing (60 minutes)
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
All non-citizen travelers (including children) must pay for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) before arriving in Seychelles. The total cost depends on the processing speed that the applicant selects and will include additional fees and charges, such as banking fees. At the same time, the visitor permit issued upon entry is free of charge.
A list of documents required for visa application. The exact list depends on the chosen visa type, the purpose of the visit, and the individual conditions of the applicant.
The essential minimum documents required for a visa application, such as a passport or visa application form. These are necessary regardless of the location, method, or conditions of the application.
Passport
Valid for at least 6 months, with at least one blank page, without damage that could make it difficult to identify the owner or read the data.
Selfie
Taken in real time before submitting the ETA application.
Documents that specify, substantiate, and confirm the purpose of the visit, as well as provide necessary information about the applicant and their future activities in the country.
Trip information
Detailed travel itinerary, including a list of the islands the applicant plans to visit.
Airline booking confirmation
Сopy of the airline booking confirmation, which clearly shows the arrival and departure dates and time.
Proof of accommodation
Booking confirmation(s) for each location of the stay in the Seychelles. This must include the name of the hotel or guesthouse, the boat charter name. If the applicant is visiting friends and family, he(she) has to provide a letter of invitation.
Proof of financial mean
Recent bank statement for the last three months or any other proof of income. This document must demonstrate sufficient funds to support oneself for the entire stay (at least US$150 per day).
Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.
Documents for minor children
Birth certificate or other documents, such as adoption papers or a custody decree; original letter of notarized consent for the minor to travel abroad from parents / legal guardian.
Yellow Fever vaccination (International Certificate)
Is required only when a person has resided in or recently visited a country where Yellow Fever is endemic or where a person has transited in a Yellow Fever endemic country (airport only) for more than 12 hours.
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
The minimum criteria that each visa applicant must meet. If these criteria are not met, justifications and convincing evidence of intent to visit the country must be provided.
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
Posession of a confirmed return ticket within the permitted period of stay.
Hold a genuine passport with a valid expiry of over 6 months.
Do not have unrecognized passports.
The characteristics of a visa according to its classification by types, categories, and visit purposes. These are selected by the applicant during the application process, typically indicated on the visa application form and reflected in corresponding annotations on the visa itself.
Type of visa
The primary purpose of the visa and the conditions under which it is issued. This typically includes several general categories of visas and/or visit purposes based on the type of activity or reasons for entering the country.
Travel authorization
Category
The classification within a visa type that specifies more specific conditions, characteristics of obtaining, and using the visa. Categories may vary in terms of duration, stay conditions, and the rights granted by the visa.
Travel authorization
Links to official resources upon which the information presented on the website is based. Information portals of government bodies or diplomatic representations of the country responsible for visa issuance and immigration policy in general.
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support@terrana.orgEligible individuals
The main categories of individuals for whom the visa is intended and who it is best suited for.
Tourist, businessman, visitor, family
Last updated 2026-03-17