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Seychelles Travel Authorization (all nationalities visa-free): Requirements, Fees, Documents & Application Guide

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Seychelles

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S$ 65 .00
S$100 35% OFF

+ Government fee (paid to authorities)

Free (exempt) · ETA: €10 standard · Seychelles Travel: from EUR 10

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Seychelles Travel Authorization (all nationalities visa-free) at a glance

Government visa fee
€10 standard (24 h) / €30 premium (6 h) — per person incl. infants
HolidaySG service fee
S$65.00
Processing time
Within 24 h (6 h premium); apply within 30 days of travel
Maximum stay
90 days (Visitor's Permit; extendable)
Visa required?
ALL visitors — Seychelles is visa-free for every nationality but everyone must obtain the electronic Travel Authorization before departure.
Arrival card
Travel Authorization doubles as arrival declaration
Application support from a licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014). Official government fees are paid to the authorities and are separate from our service fee.

Do you need a visa to Seychelles?

Travellers from All nationalities — up to 90 days (Visitor's Permit issued on arrival, extendable to 12 months). can generally enter Seychelles without a visa. ALL visitors — Seychelles is visa-free for every nationality but everyone must obtain the electronic Travel Authorization before departure.

Who does NOT need a visa

Passport holders from All nationalities — up to 90 days (Visitor's Permit issued on arrival, extendable to 12 months). do not require a visa for Seychelles for eligible short visits. Always confirm your passport type and length of stay against the official source before travelling.

Reviewed against official government sources (Seychelles Electronic Border System (Immigration & Civil Status)) · Last verified 16 Aug 2026 · HolidaySG — licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

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Official Seychelles visa options

Verified from government sources · 19 Aug 2026
Online application available — MANDATORY Travel Authorisation for ALL nationalities (incl. India & Singapore) via seychelles.govtas.com BEFORE departure — from EUR 10. There is no visa, but a free Visitor's Permit (up to 90 days) is issued on arrival.
Visa on arrival: No Online application: Yes

Travel Authorization (all nationalities visa-free)

Official fee: €10 standard (24 h) / €30 premium (6 h) — per person incl. infants
Validity
Single trip
Max stay
90 days (Visitor's Permit; extendable)
Processing time
Within 24 h (6 h premium); apply within 30 days of travel
Where to apply
seychelles.govtas.com (official Electronic Border System) or "Seychelles Travel Authorization" app

Who needs it: ALL visitors — Seychelles is visa-free for every nationality but everyone must obtain the electronic Travel Authorization before departure.

Visa-free: All nationalities — up to 90 days (Visitor's Permit issued on arrival, extendable to 12 months).

Required documents

  • Passport valid for the stay
  • Return/onward ticket
  • Confirmed accommodation (licensed)
  • Proof of funds US$150/day
  • Card payment

Arrival card: Travel Authorization doubles as arrival declaration

Beware unofficial sites charging far more than €10.

Source: Seychelles Electronic Border System (Immigration & Civil Status) · verified 16 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Seychelles Travel Authorisation (electronic)

Official fee: From EUR 10 (standard, ~24h)
Validity
Tied to declared travel dates (must be obtained before departure)
Max stay
90 days
Time to approval
Standard ~24h; premium ~6h; expedited ~60 min
Processing time
Standard ~24h; premium ~6h; expedited ~60 min
Where to apply
https://seychelles.govtas.com/en

Who needs it: All foreign nationals incl. India and Singapore

Required documents

  • Passport valid on arrival
  • Return/onward ticket
  • Confirmed accommodation
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Extra charges: Premium ~EUR 30 (6h) and expedited ~EUR 70 (~60 min) options

Source: Official government source · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Visitor's Permit (on arrival)

Official fee: Free
Validity
Initially up to 3 months, extendable up to 12 months total
Max stay
90 days
Time to approval
On arrival
Processing time
On arrival
Where to apply
https://www.ics.gov.sc/permits/visitors-permit

Who needs it: All nationals holding an approved Travel Authorisation

Required documents

  • Approved Travel Authorisation
  • Passport
  • Return ticket
  • Accommodation
  • Funds

Extra charges: Extension fees apply if you extend beyond the initial permit

Source: Official government source · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Seychelles Travel Authorisation (electronic)

Official fee: From EUR 10 (standard, ~24h)
Validity
Tied to declared travel dates (must be obtained before departure)
Max stay
90 days
Time to approval
Standard ~24h; premium ~6h; expedited ~60 min
Processing time
Standard ~24h; premium ~6h; expedited ~60 min
Where to apply
https://seychelles.govtas.com/en

Who needs it: All foreign nationals incl. India and Singapore

Required documents

  • Passport valid on arrival
  • Return/onward ticket
  • Confirmed accommodation
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Extra charges: Premium ~EUR 30 (6h) and expedited ~EUR 70 (~60 min) options

Source: Official government source · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Visitor's Permit (on arrival)

Official fee: Free
Validity
Initially up to 3 months, extendable up to 12 months total
Max stay
90 days
Time to approval
On arrival
Processing time
On arrival
Where to apply
https://www.ics.gov.sc/permits/visitors-permit

Who needs it: All nationals holding an approved Travel Authorisation

Required documents

  • Approved Travel Authorisation
  • Passport
  • Return ticket
  • Accommodation
  • Funds

Extra charges: Extension fees apply if you extend beyond the initial permit

Source: Official government source · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Seychelles Travel Authorisation (electronic)

Official fee: From EUR 10 (standard, ~24h)
Validity
Tied to declared travel dates (must be obtained before departure)
Max stay
90 days
Time to approval
Standard ~24h; premium ~6h; expedited ~60 min
Processing time
Standard ~24h; premium ~6h; expedited ~60 min
Where to apply
https://seychelles.govtas.com/en

Who needs it: All foreign nationals incl. India and Singapore

Required documents

  • Passport valid on arrival
  • Return/onward ticket
  • Confirmed accommodation
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Extra charges: Premium ~EUR 30 (6h) and expedited ~EUR 70 (~60 min) options

Source: Official government source · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Visitor's Permit (on arrival)

Official fee: Free
Validity
Initially up to 3 months, extendable up to 12 months total
Max stay
90 days
Time to approval
On arrival
Processing time
On arrival
Where to apply
https://www.ics.gov.sc/permits/visitors-permit

Who needs it: All nationals holding an approved Travel Authorisation

Required documents

  • Approved Travel Authorisation
  • Passport
  • Return ticket
  • Accommodation
  • Funds

Extra charges: Extension fees apply if you extend beyond the initial permit

Source: Official government source · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

HolidaySG assistance fee: S$65 S$100 per applicant — official government fees above are separate. Apply now

Who can apply

ALL visitors — Seychelles is visa-free for every nationality but everyone must obtain the electronic Travel Authorization before departure.

Seychelles visa requirements by nationality

Top 30 passports
Passport Requirement Max stay Need help?
🇸🇬Singapore e-Visa required 90 days Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇲🇾Malaysia Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇮🇳India e-Visa required 90 days Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇮🇩Indonesia Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇵🇭Philippines Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇨🇳China Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇻🇳Vietnam Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇹🇭Thailand Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇯🇵Japan Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇰🇷South Korea Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇦🇺Australia Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇬🇧United Kingdom Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇺🇸United States Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇨🇦Canada Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇩🇪Germany Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇫🇷France Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇦🇪UAE Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇵🇰Pakistan Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇧🇩Bangladesh Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇱🇰Sri Lanka Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇭🇰Hong Kong Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇹🇼Taiwan Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇳🇿New Zealand Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇸🇦Saudi Arabia Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇧🇷Brazil Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇷🇺Russia Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇿🇦South Africa Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇳🇬Nigeria Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇪🇬Egypt Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed
🇲🇲Myanmar Visa-free (up to 90 days) 90 days No visa needed

General travel information from the Passport Index dataset; rules can depend on passport type, residence and purpose. Not your nationality? Use the checker or confirm with the official source above.

Seychelles visa — frequently asked questions

Yes — Singaporeans need an e-Visa for Seychelles, applied for online before departure. HolidaySG can handle the application for a flat S$65 assistance fee.
Yes — Indians need an e-Visa for Seychelles, applied for online before departure. HolidaySG can handle the application for a flat S$65 assistance fee.
No visa is needed — Malaysians can enter Seychelles visa-free for up to 90 days.
No visa is needed — Filipinos can enter Seychelles visa-free for up to 90 days.
No visa is needed — Chinese nationals can enter Seychelles visa-free for up to 90 days.
The official government fee for the Travel Authorization (all nationalities visa-free) is €10 standard (24 h) / €30 premium (6 h) — per person incl. infants. HolidaySG's assistance fee is a separate flat S$65 per applicant (usually S$100).
Travel Authorization (all nationalities visa-free): Within 24 h (6 h premium); apply within 30 days of travel. Apply well before your travel date; we track your application until the outcome.
Typically: Passport valid for the stay; Return/onward ticket; Confirmed accommodation (licensed); Proof of funds US$150/day; Card payment. Exact requirements depend on your nationality — we send a personalised checklist.
Seychelles issues no visa — all nationalities get a free Visitor's Permit on arrival. However, every traveller must first obtain an electronic Travel Authorisation online before departure.
Yes. The Travel Authorisation is mandatory for all foreign nationals, including Indian and Singapore passport holders, and must be approved before you board.
From about EUR 10 for standard processing (~24 hours), with premium (~EUR 30, ~6h) and expedited (~EUR 70, ~60 min) tiers available.
The Visitor's Permit is initially valid up to 3 months (90 days) and can be extended for a fee up to a total of 12 months.
Only on the official Seychelles Electronic Border System at seychelles.govtas.com — avoid third-party sites that add fees.
A valid passport, a return or onward ticket, confirmed accommodation, and proof of sufficient funds.
No — the Visitor's Permit itself is free; you only pay the Travel Authorisation fee online.
Apply a few days before travel; standard approval is around 24 hours, so allow buffer time.

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