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Seychelles
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Seychelles

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·13 visa pathways

Visa Pathways to Seychelles

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Dependent Permit
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Dependent Permit

Permit for spouses, minor children, and specified dependents of Seychellois citizens or valid permit holders, without automatic work rights.

ValidityVaries (Renewable annually as long as sponsoring family member has valid permit)
ProcessingVaries
Cost1000 SCR
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Diplomatic/Official Entry
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Diplomatic/Official Entry

Seychelles maintains a visa-free entry policy for all foreign nationals. Consequently, there is no specific "Diplomatic/Official Entry Visa" in the traditional sense for most travelers. Instead, diplomatic and official travelers are managed through established state-to-state protocols, bilateral agreements, or standard entry procedures.

Validity3 months
Processing0-1 day
CostFree
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ETA — Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)
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ETA — Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)

Mandatory travel authorization for all foreign nationals visiting Seychelles. Must be obtained before departure. Valid for tourism, leisure, and short visits.

ValidityUp to 12 months
ProcessingVaries
Cost11 EUR
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GOP — Gainful Occupation Permit (GOP)
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GOP — Gainful Occupation Permit (GOP)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Standard work permit required for all foreign nationals employed or self-employed in Seychelles, sponsored by the employer and processed in 4–8 weeks.

Validity3 months
ProcessingVaries
Cost500 SCR
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ITZ Permit — International Trade Zone (ITZ) Permit
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ITZ Permit — International Trade Zone (ITZ) Permit

ValidityTied to employment contract
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Investor Residence Permit
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Investor Residence Permit

Residence permit for foreign nationals investing in approved sectors such as tourism, real estate, or local enterprises, requiring a project memorandum to the Seychelles Investment Board.

ValidityVaries (Indefinite residency valid as long as conditions maintained)
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Permanent Residence Permit
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Permanent Residence Permit

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Indefinite stay permit granted after several years of continuous lawful residence, allowing work without a GOP and property purchase at reduced fees.

ValidityVaries (Indefinite residency valid as long as conditions maintained)
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Residence Permit
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Residence Permit

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Five-year renewable permit for those with family connections to Seychelles and who make special economic, social, or cultural contributions, costing SCR 150,000.

ValidityVaries (Indefinite residency valid as long as conditions maintained)
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Short-Term Gainful Occupation Permit
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Short-Term Gainful Occupation Permit

One-month non-extendable work permit for temporary assignments, projects, or short-term professional engagements in Seychelles.

Validity3 months
ProcessingVaries
Cost500 SCR
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Student Permit
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Student Permit

Permit for non-Seychellois accepted to study at an approved educational institution, renewable annually, with no work authorization.

Validity1-4 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost1500 SCR
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Transit Permit
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Transit Permit

Permit for travelers transiting through Seychelles en route to another destination, issued on arrival.

ValidityDuration of transit
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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VWP — Workcation Retreat Program (Digital Nomad Visa)
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VWP — Workcation Retreat Program (Digital Nomad Visa)

Up-to-one-year permit for remote workers, freelancers, and business owners to live in Seychelles while earning foreign-sourced income tax-free.

Validity1 year
ProcessingVaries
Cost45 EUR
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Visitor's Permit
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Visitor's Permit

Free permit issued on arrival allowing stays of up to 3 months, extendable up to 12 months with fees, for tourism and short business visits.

Validity90 to 365 days
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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