Visa Process Guide for Seychelles

Seychelles Visa Guide

Visa Types

Seychelles offers the following visa types:

• Visitor’s Visa: For tourists and visitors staying for less than 90 days.
• Business Visa: For business travelers attending meetings, conferences, or conducting business activities.
• Work Visa: For foreign nationals employed in Seychelles.
• Study Visa: For students pursuing studies in Seychelles.
• Dependent Visa: For spouses, children, or other dependents of visa holders.

Required Documents

The required documents for a Seychelles visa vary depending on the visa type. However, the following are generally required:

• Passport: Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
• Visa Application Form: Completed and signed.
• Two Passport-Size Photos: Recent, color photographs.
• Proof of Accommodation: Hotel reservation or invitation letter from a host in Seychelles.
• Proof of Financial Means: Bank statement or other evidence of sufficient funds to support your stay.
• Return or Onward Ticket: Proof of departure from Seychelles.

Application Procedures

Online Application:

• Visit the Seychelles Immigration website: https://www.immigration.gov.sc/
• Create an online account and submit your application.
• Upload all required documents.

Embassy or Consulate Application:

• Contact the Seychelles embassy or consulate in your home country.
• Obtain a visa application form and submit it along with the required documents.

Fees

Visa fees vary depending on the visa type and nationality of the applicant. Please check with the Seychelles Immigration website or embassy for current fees.

Timelines

Visa processing times can vary depending on the visa type and workload of the Immigration Department.

• Visitor’s Visa: Typically processed within 7-10 business days.
• Business Visa: Typically processed within 10-14 business days.
• Work Visa: Processing time varies depending on the employer and nature of the employment.
• Study Visa: Processing time varies depending on the institution and type of study.
• Dependent Visa: Typically processed within 7-10 business days.

Additional Information

• Visas are generally issued for the duration of your intended stay, up to a maximum of 90 days for visitor’s visas.
• Visa extensions may be granted for additional stays.
• Failure to comply with visa requirements may result in fines or deportation.
• It is recommended to apply for your visa well in advance of your travel date.
• For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the Seychelles Immigration website or contact the Seychelles embassy or consulate in your home country.