Seychelles•AfricaDependent Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
1,000 SCR
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Permit for spouses and minor children of Seychelles citizens or permit holders. Allows family members to reside with primary permit holder. No work authorization included.
The Dependent Permit is issued to spouses and minor children of Seychelles citizens or holders of Residence Permits or Gainful Occupation Permits. It allows family members to reside with the primary permit holder while maintaining family unity.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Copy of bio page
Passport photo
Recent, biometric format
Birth certificate
Original or certified copy
Marriage certificate
If applicant is spouse
OptionalSponsor Documents
Valid permit
Copy of sponsor's permit
Proof of relationship
Marriage/birth certificate
Sponsorship letter
Confirming support and responsibility
Application form
Dependent Permit Application
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Advantages
- Allows family reunification
- Low annual fee (SCR 1,000)
- Renewable as long as sponsor's permit valid
- Can be issued for multiple family members
Considerations
- No work authorization
- Dependent on sponsor's status
- Annual renewal required
- Must maintain continuous family relationship
- 12-month entry requirement
Application Process
Sponsor applies
Seychelles citizen or permit holder initiates application
Submit family documentation
Birth certificates, marriage certificate
Provide proof of relationship
Legal documents establishing family relationship
Submit application
To Immigration Department
Pay permit fee
SCR 1,000 per year
Receive dependent permit
Valid for 1 year
Application Forms
Application for Dependant's Permit
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