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No foreigners require a visa to enter Seychelles. A one-month visitor's permit is issued on arrival and may be extended on application. All visitors do, however, require a passport valid for the duration of their visit, return or onward ticket, sufficient funds to cover their stay (a minimum of US$150 per day), and proof of accommodation. Extensions are possible if applied for at least a week before expiry of original visa.
Americans: United States citizens with a passport valid for the duration of their stay will be issued with a visitor's permit valid for up to a month on arrival.
UK nationals: British citizens
need a passport valid for the duration of their stay, and will be issued with a visitor's permit on arrival, valid for a month.
Canadians: Canadians require a passport valid for the length of their stay and will be issued with a visitor's permit on arrival, valid for a month.
Australians: Australians need a passport valid at least for the length of their stay and will be issued with a visitor's permit on arrival, valid for a month.
South Africans: South Africans must have a passport valid at least for the duration of their stay and will be issued with a visitor's permit on arrival, valid for a month.
Irish nationals: Irish citizens require a passport valid at least for the length of their stay and will be issued with a visitor's permit on arrival, valid for a month.
New Zealanders: New Zealanders require a passport valid for the length of their stay and will be issued with a visitor's permit on arrival, valid for a month.
Health
A yellow fever vaccination is required for entry by those arriving from an infected area within six days. Immunization against hepatitis A and typhoid are highly recommended. Visitors are advised to bring their own medication to avert the risk of travelers' diarrhoea, as well as sun block and insect repellent, local supplies being erratic and costly. During the rainy season in particular, visitors are advised to take precautions against mosquito bites due to the risk of dengue fever and the Chikungunya virus spread by bites. There is a risk of leptospirosis, and walking barefoot should be avoided on roads and paths. Tap water meets World Health Organization standards, but most visitors prefer to drink bottled water, which is widely available. Fruit and vegetables should be peeled and meat well cooked before being eaten. Medical facilities on the islands are limited, but there is a government hospital in Victoria and some private clinics. Medical insurance with full evacuation cover is necessary.
Safety
Violent crime is unlikely and most visits are trouble-free, but there have recently been some incidents of theft and assault in the Seychelles, targeted mainly at residents. Visitors should be vigilant, particularly after dark in Victoria and in isolated areas. Avoid taking valuables to the beach, where they could be pilfered by petty thieves. Women should avoid walking alone on isolated beaches.
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