Entry Requirements for Seychelles (Updated 2025)

Do You Need a Visa for Seychelles?

No visa is required to enter Seychelles. However, all travelers must complete an online Travel Authorization prior to arrival. This is mandatory and comes at a cost of approximately €10 per person. It’s highly recommended to complete the form at least 3 days before your flight.

How to Submit Your Seychelles Travel Authorization

What You’ll Need:

  • Valid passport (ideally valid for at least 6 months)
  • Flight tickets (arrival & return)
  • Hotel booking confirmations (for every night of your stay)
  • A clear passport-style selfie or photo from your passport
  • A credit card for payment (approximately €10, plus a small processing fee)

Tip: The process takes about 5 minutes. Approval is usually received within a few hours. In urgent cases, express processing is available for approximately €70, with approval typically within 4 hours.

Where to Apply:

Submit your application on the official Seychelles Travel Authorization portal:
👉 https://seychelles.govtas.com
Important: Use a desktop or laptop, as the site may not work well on mobile.

Step-by-Step Overview:

  1. Choose your language (we recommend English to avoid translation errors)
  2. Click “Get Started” and select the tourist/visitor option
  3. Agree to the terms and privacy policy to continue
  4. Choose individual or group application (up to 6 travelers per group)
  5. Select your country of residence
  6. Enter travel purpose (e.g. holiday, honeymoon, visiting friends)
  7. Enter arrival and departure flight details, including flight numbers
  8. Enter accommodation details (exact names & dates for each hotel)
  9. Upload passport scan and verify auto-filled data
  10. Upload a selfie or passport-style photo
  11. Enter personal and contact details, including emergency contact
  12. Upload supporting documents:
  • Flight confirmations
  • Hotel bookings
  1. Answer health and customs declarations honestly
  2. Proceed to payment section (€10 standard / ~€70 express)

Note: The site may offer optional services (SIM cards, activities, donations). These can be skipped.

Important Notes & Tips:

  • Don’t wait until the last minute. If you don’t complete the process in advance, you may be charged €200 per person at the airport.
  • Each traveler (including children) needs to apply and pay separately.
  • You can complete the form up to 10 days before your flight.
  • If you’re staying in multiple hotels, include each one in your application.
  • Mistakes or missing documents can result in rejection or delays—double-check everything.

Need Assistance?

We’re happy to complete the application for you for a small handling fee.
Contact us and we’ll make sure it’s done quickly and correctly.

Environmental Levy in Seychelles (Effective 2024)

A new eco-tax is now in effect for all travelers over 12 years old. It is collected by hotels as follows:

  • Small guesthouses (up to 24 rooms): 25 SCR per person per night (~€2)
  • Medium-sized hotels (25–50 rooms): 75 SCR per person per night (~€5)
  • Large hotels (51+ rooms): 100 SCR per person per night (~€7)

Despite this, we continue to work hard to secure the best prices on flights and accommodation for you.