Before you go to Seychelles: what to know
Must know
- No visitor visa is required, but approved Travel Authorisation is mandatory before travel. Carry confirmed accommodation, onward or return tickets and sufficient funds; a visitor permit is issued on arrival.
- Cards are accepted by most hotels, restaurants and shops in tourist destinations. ATMs usually dispense rupees; use authorised currency exchanges.
Entry and visas
British citizen passport: No visitor visa is required, but approved Travel Authorisation is mandatory before travel. Carry confirmed accommodation, onward or return tickets and sufficient funds; a visitor permit is issued on arrival. Check the linked immigration guidance for other nationalities and purposes.
Online arrival forms and permits
- Seychelles Travel Authorisation ↗ required
Obtain approval before travelling; check the portal's current application window and fee · Visitors travelling to Seychelles
Passport validity: Check the travel-authorisation portal's passport and itinerary requirements before applying.
Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: gov.uk ↗, mfa.gov.sc ↗
Money
Cash and cards are both common. Cards are accepted mainly in cities and tourist areas.
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- Cards are accepted by most hotels, restaurants and shops in tourist destinations. ATMs usually dispense rupees; use authorised currency exchanges.
Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: travel.gc.ca ↗
Rules and bans
Prohibited
- Exchanging foreign currency outside authorised arrangements or at unofficial rates.
Laws visitors break unknowingly
- Check customs restrictions before bringing medicines, drones or wildlife products.
Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: travel.gc.ca ↗
Culture and clothing
Religion: Respect local religious traditions; ask before entering places of worship.
Clothing: Ask your hosts about appropriate clothing for community visits and religious sites.
Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: travel.gc.ca ↗
Climate
December–March is the main rainy-season window; strong winds and torrential rain may disrupt services.
Month by month
- January: Jan: Main rainy-season window; check local forecasts.
- February: Feb: Main rainy-season window; check local forecasts.
- March: Mar: Main rainy-season window; check local forecasts.
- April: Apr: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
- May: May: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
- June: Jun: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
- July: Jul: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
- August: Aug: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
- September: Sep: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
- October: Oct: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
- November: Nov: Outside the stated main rains; check local forecasts.
- December: Dec: Main rainy-season window; check local forecasts.
Best season: Choose dates for your route using local forecasts and road-condition advice.
Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: travel.gc.ca ↗
What to pack
- Copies of travel documents
- An adapter compatible with your accommodation
- Medicines with their prescription documents
Practical
Plugs: Confirm socket type and supply voltage with your accommodation before packing.
Water: Use a safe drinking-water supply; ask locally before drinking tap water.
Traffic: drives on the left
Insurance: Arrange insurance for your itinerary and planned activities, including medical evacuation where needed.
Checked October 30, 2026 · Sources: travel.gc.ca ↗
Entry rules change. Before your trip, check the website of the embassy or immigration service of the country.