Seychelles•AfricaResidence Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
150,000 SCR
Stay Duration
5 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-term residence permit for non-working residents. For those wanting to reside in Seychelles for 5+ years without employment. Requires family connection and significant financial means.
The Residence Permit is for non-Seychellois who wish to reside in Seychelles long-term without employment. It requires evidence of family connections in Seychelles and sufficient financial means to support oneself. Holders must reside in Seychelles for at least 5 days per 12-month period.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
20,000 EUR
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Original and copy
Proof of family connection
Birth/marriage certificate showing relative in Seychelles
Financial documentation
Banker's confirmation and bank statements
Bank guarantee letter
SCR 20,000 minimum from Seychelles bank
Proof of accommodation
Property rental or purchase agreement
Criminal record certificate
From country of residence
Medical examination
If requested by immigration
OptionalApplication form
Residence Permit Application form
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Advantages
- Long-term residency (5 years)
- Renewable permits
- Pathway to permanent residence
- Can include spouse and dependents
- Flexible residency requirements
Considerations
- High permit fee (SCR 150,000)
- Cannot work or conduct business
- Requires family connection in Seychelles
- Bank guarantee required
- Minimum 5-day annual residency requirement
Application Process
Establish family connection
Must have family member or relative in Seychelles
Prepare financial documents
Banker's confirmation of financial status
Apply to Immigration
Submit residence permit application
Provide bank guarantee
Minimum SCR 20,000 security deposit
Medical examination
If required by Chief Immigration Officer
Background clearance
Criminal record check
Permit issuance
Valid for 5 years
Application Forms
Application for Residence Permit
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