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Check the vaccines and medicines list and visit your doctor at least a month before your trip to get vaccines or medicines you may need. If you or your doctor need help finding a location that provides certain vaccines or medicines, visit the Find a Clinic page.

Avoid contaminated water

Leptospirosis

How most people get sick (most common modes of transmission)

Touching urine or other body fluids from an animal infected with leptospirosis
Swimming or wading in urine-contaminated fresh water, or contact with urine-contaminated mud
Drinking water or eating food contaminated with animal urine
Avoid contaminated water and soil
Avoid floodwater

Clinical Guidance

Avoid bug bites.

Chikungunya

Mosquito bite
Avoid Bug Bites
Mosquito bite

Airborne & droplet

Breathing in air or accidentally eating food contaminated with the urine, droppings, or saliva of infected rodents
Bite from an infected rodent
Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus (only occurs with Andes virus)
Avoid rodents and areas where they live
Avoid sick people

Tuberculosis (TB)

Breathe in TB bacteria that is in the air from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.

Learn actions you can take to stay healthy and safe on your trip. Vaccines cannot protect you from many diseases in Seychelles, so your behaviors are important.

Eat and drink safely

Food and water standards around the world vary based on the destination. Standards may also differ within a country and risk may change depending on activity type (e.g., hiking versus business trip). You can learn more about safe food and drink choices when traveling by accessing the resources below.

Choose Safe Food and Drinks When Traveling
Water Treatment Options When Hiking, Camping or Traveling
Global Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
Avoid Contaminated Water During Travel

You can also visit the Department of State Country Information Pages for additional information about food and water safety.

Prevent bug bites

Bugs (like mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas) can spread a number of diseases in Seychelles. Many of these diseases cannot be prevented with a vaccine or medicine. You can reduce your risk by taking steps to prevent bug bites.

What can I do to prevent bug bites?

Cover exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and hats.
Use an appropriate insect repellent (see below).
Use permethrin-treated clothing and gear (such as boots, pants, socks, and tents). Do not use permethrin directly on skin.
Stay and sleep in air-conditioned or screened rooms.
Use a bed net if the area where you are sleeping is exposed to the outdoors.

What type of insect repellent should I use?

FOR PROTECTION AGAINST TICKS AND MOSQUITOES: Use a repellent that contains 20% or more DEET for protection that lasts up to several hours.
Picaridin (also known as KBR 3023, Bayrepel, and icaridin)
Oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE) or para-menthane-diol (PMD)
2-undecanone
Always use insect repellent as directed.

What should I do if I am bitten by bugs?

Avoid scratching bug bites, and apply hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion to reduce the itching.
Check your entire body for ticks after outdoor activity. Be sure to remove ticks properly.

What can I do to avoid bed bugs?

Although bed bugs do not carry disease, they are an annoyance. See our information page about avoiding bug bites for some easy tips to avoid them. For more information on bed bugs, see Bed Bugs .

For more detailed information on avoiding bug bites, see Avoid Bug Bites .

Stay safe outdoors

If your travel plans in Seychelles include outdoor activities, take these steps to stay safe and healthy during your trip.

Stay alert to changing weather conditions and adjust your plans if conditions become unsafe.
Prepare for activities by wearing the right clothes and packing protective items, such as bug spray, sunscreen, and a basic first aid kit.
Consider learning basic first aid and CPR before travel. Bring a travel health kit with items appropriate for your activities.
If you are outside for many hours in heat, eat salty snacks and drink water to stay hydrated and replace salt lost through sweating.
Protect yourself from UV radiation : use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15, wear protective clothing, and seek shade during the hottest time of day (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).
Be especially careful during summer months and at high elevation. Because sunlight reflects off snow, sand, and water, sun exposure may be increased during activities like skiing, swimming, and sailing.
Very cold temperatures can be dangerous. Dress in layers and cover heads, hands, and feet properly if you are visiting a cold location.

Stay safe around water

Swim only in designated swimming areas. Obey lifeguards and warning flags on beaches.
Practice safe boating—follow all boating safety laws, do not drink alcohol if driving a boat, and always wear a life jacket.
Do not dive into shallow water.
Do not swim in freshwater in developing areas or where sanitation is poor.
Avoid swallowing water when swimming. Untreated water can carry germs that make you sick.
To prevent infections, wear shoes on beaches where there may be animal waste.

Keep away from animals

Most animals avoid people, but they may attack if they feel threatened, are protecting their young or territory, or if they are injured or ill. Animal bites and scratches can lead to serious diseases such as rabies.

Follow these tips to protect yourself:

Do not touch or feed any animals you do not know.
Do not allow animals to lick open wounds, and do not get animal saliva in your eyes or mouth.
Avoid rodents and their urine and feces.
Traveling pets should be supervised closely and not allowed to come in contact with local animals.
If you wake in a room with a bat, seek medical care immediately. Bat bites may be hard to see.

All animals can pose a threat, but be extra careful around dogs, bats, monkeys, sea animals such as jellyfish, and snakes. If you are bitten or scratched by an animal, immediately:

Wash the wound with soap and clean water.
Go to a doctor right away.
Tell your doctor about your injury when you get back to the United States.

Consider buying medical evacuation insurance. Rabies is a deadly disease that must be treated quickly, and treatment may not be available in some countries.

Reduce your exposure to germs

Follow these tips to avoid getting sick or spreading illness to others while traveling:

Wash your hands often, especially before eating.
If soap and water aren’t available, clean hands with hand sanitizer (containing at least 60% alcohol).
Don’t touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you need to touch your face, make sure your hands are clean.
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing.
Try to avoid contact with people who are sick.
If you are sick, stay home or in your hotel room, unless you need medical care.

Avoid sharing body fluids

Diseases can be spread through body fluids, such as saliva, blood, vomit, and semen.

Protect yourself:

Use latex condoms correctly.
Do not inject drugs.
Limit alcohol consumption. People take more risks when intoxicated.
Do not share needles or any devices that can break the skin. That includes needles for tattoos, piercings, and acupuncture.
If you receive medical or dental care, make sure the equipment is disinfected or sanitized.

Know how to get medical care while traveling

Plan for how you will get health care during your trip, should the need arise:

Carry a list of local doctors and hospitals at your destination.
Review your health insurance plan to determine what medical services it would cover during your trip. Consider purchasing travel health and medical evacuation insurance.
Carry a card that identifies, in the local language, your blood type, chronic conditions or serious allergies, and the generic names of any medications you take.
Some prescription drugs may be illegal in other countries. Call Seychelles’s embassy to verify that all of your prescription(s) are legal to bring with you.
Bring all the medicines (including over-the-counter medicines) you think you might need during your trip, including extra in case of travel delays. Ask your doctor to help you get prescriptions filled early if you need to.

Many foreign hospitals and clinics are accredited by the Joint Commission International. A list of accredited facilities is available at their website ( www.jointcommissioninternational.org ).

In some countries, medicine (prescription and over-the-counter) may be substandard or counterfeit. Bring the medicines you will need from the United States to avoid having to buy them at your destination.

Select safe transportation

Motor vehicle crashes are the #1 killer of healthy US citizens in foreign countries.

In many places cars, buses, large trucks, rickshaws, bikes, people on foot, and even animals share the same lanes of traffic, increasing the risk for crashes.

Be smart when you are traveling on foot.

Use sidewalks and marked crosswalks.
Pay attention to the traffic around you, especially in crowded areas.
Remember, people on foot do not always have the right of way in other countries.

Riding/Driving

Choose a safe vehicle.

Choose official taxis or public transportation, such as trains and buses.
Ride only in cars that have seatbelts.
Avoid overcrowded, overloaded, top-heavy buses and minivans.
Avoid riding on motorcycles or motorbikes, especially motorbike taxis. (Many crashes are caused by inexperienced motorbike drivers.)
Choose newer vehicles—they may have more safety features, such as airbags, and be more reliable.
Choose larger vehicles, which may provide more protection in crashes.

Think about the driver.

Do not drive after drinking alcohol or ride with someone who has been drinking.
Consider hiring a licensed, trained driver familiar with the area.
Arrange payment before departing.

Follow basic safety tips.

Wear a seatbelt at all times.
Sit in the back seat of cars and taxis.
When on motorbikes or bicycles, always wear a helmet. (Bring a helmet from home, if needed.)
Avoid driving at night; street lighting in certain parts of Seychelles may be poor.
Do not use a cell phone or text while driving (illegal in many countries).
Travel during daylight hours only, especially in rural areas.
If you choose to drive a vehicle in Seychelles, learn the local traffic laws and have the proper paperwork.
Get any driving permits and insurance you may need. Get an International Driving Permit (IDP). Carry the IDP and a US-issued driver's license at all times.
Check with your auto insurance policy's international coverage, and get more coverage if needed. Make sure you have liability insurance.
Avoid using local, unscheduled aircraft.
If possible, fly on larger planes (more than 30 seats); larger airplanes are more likely to have regular safety inspections.
Try to schedule flights during daylight hours and in good weather.

Medical Evacuation Insurance

If you are seriously injured, emergency care may not be available or may not meet US standards. Trauma care centers are uncommon outside urban areas. Having medical evacuation insurance can be helpful for these reasons.

Helpful Resources

Road Safety Overseas (Information from the US Department of State): Includes tips on driving in other countries, International Driving Permits, auto insurance, and other resources.

The Association for International Road Travel has country-specific Road Travel Reports available for most countries for a minimal fee.

Traffic flows on the left side of the road in Seychelles.

Always pay close attention to the flow of traffic, especially when crossing the street.
LOOK RIGHT for approaching traffic.

Maintain personal security

Use the same common sense traveling overseas that you would at home, and always stay alert and aware of your surroundings.

Before you leave

Research your destination(s), including local laws, customs, and culture.
Monitor travel advisories and alerts and read travel tips from the US Department of State.
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) .
Leave a copy of your itinerary, contact information, credit cards, and passport with someone at home.
Pack as light as possible, and leave at home any item you could not replace.

While at your destination(s)

Carry contact information for the nearest US embassy or consulate .
Carry a photocopy of your passport and entry stamp; leave the actual passport securely in your hotel.
Follow all local laws and social customs.
Do not wear expensive clothing or jewelry.
Always keep hotel doors locked, and store valuables in secure areas.
If possible, choose hotel rooms between the 2nd and 6th floors.

Healthy Travel Packing List

Use the Healthy Travel Packing List for Seychelles for a list of health-related items to consider packing for your trip. Talk to your doctor about which items are most important for you.

Why does CDC recommend packing these health-related items?

It’s best to be prepared to prevent and treat common illnesses and injuries. Some supplies and medicines may be difficult to find at your destination, may have different names, or may have different ingredients than what you normally use.

If you are not feeling well after your trip, you may need to see a doctor. If you need help finding a travel medicine specialist, see Find a Clinic . Be sure to tell your doctor about your travel, including where you went and what you did on your trip. Also tell your doctor if you were bitten or scratched by an animal while traveling.

For more information on what to do if you are sick after your trip, see Getting Sick after Travel .

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New digitised travel health advisory launched

“Going forward it is expected that in the coming days visitors will stop using the old forms and email system but instead use this new system to simplify the passenger journey which will also relieve the pressure on airport staff and doctors,” said Mr Renaud.

The purpose of this Seychelles Travel Authorisation (STA) system is to enable resuming travelling safely to Seychelles while continuing to protect citizens from further spread of Covid-19.

“Information submitted by applicants through the STA web site is subject to the same strict privacy provisions and controls that have been established for similar traveller screening programmes and access to such information is limited to those with a professional need to know.

The web site will be operated by the Seychelles government under the rules and regulations as specified by Seychelles Data Protection laws to ensure the privacy of your information,” said PS Renaud.

“Advisory specialises in border security but when Covid-19 hit they decided to update their technology to deal with health screening and we realised that this was the perfect tool for us and we proposed the project to the cabinet of ministers for which they gave the go-ahead three weeks ago,” said PS Renaud.

The project was supported by DICT, Nisti, department of health, tourism department, and many other organisations. Three officers from Travizory also stationed in the country to help with the launch and oversee it for the next three weeks.

Before demonstrating how the system works, Mr Irminger shared his experience travelling under the old system which required filling out forms.

“They will assess the applicant to determine if they should be given permission to enter the country. It will also state if the traveller should be quarantined once they get into the country or go for further examination if the health department is uncertain about their PCR test,” said Mr Irminger.

Although the company is creating a system that will be available in other countries, Seychelles has been given the honour to be the first country in Africa to test the Travizory travel system.

The way the health travel system will work is applicants can visit the official page www.seychelles.govtas.com/application-check or download the Seychelles travel advisory app on the app store or google play store.

Once on the site the visitor must individually fill out the application and include passport details. To mak

e sure the data is entered correctly the system is equipped with a scanner that will scan passports and facial features.

The applicant will be asked to give out their residential country, address, and the names of the country they are travelling from.

They will then be prompted to enter the details of their stay in Seychelles such as duration and accommodation.

Finally, they will be asked to provide copies of PCR tests and other medical tests depending on what country they are coming from.

Once the details are entered applicant will have to pay a $50 fee for the standard application and $100 for last-minute applications.

Mr Irminger noted that to protect its clients from the theft of sensitive information, one of the best payment gateway in the world that does not store card numbers, the website encryption technology is used.

Once payment is completed an email confirming the reception of the application will be sent to you automa

tically after the application has been completed as well as an email confirming reception of the payment.

An email confirming Approval / Refusal will be sent depending on the details entered.

Mr Renaud commented that the process of application is simple enough that it will take 5-4 minutes to complete it, adding that after launching the site yesterday morning a Seychellois man living in Dubai was the first one to test it and he did it without instructions by following the simple steps.

For the moment only people coming into the country will be able to use the system as it is not a universal travel system.

Incoming visitors will only have the next few days to use the old travel system as it will be compulsory starting on September 18 for everyone visiting Seychelles to use the digitised version.

The app will be paid for through a deal made by the company and the government whereby Travizory will get a service charge from each processed passengers.

Mr Renaud noted that at no point will the government set aside any money as it will pay for itself.

Meanwhile in a press release from the department of civil aviation, ports and marine, the Public Health Commissioner,

Dr Jude Gedeon, has said: “Keeping our citizens safe from the pandemic is our number one responsibility. However, we need to enable international travel to let in key workers and specialists and to allow tourism to restart and for our citizens to work again. With our current email and multiple forms, doctors and airport staff were struggling to keep pace with the number of arrivals. We have now given them a tool to focus their attention where it is most needed. After the technology beds-in, we will roll out connected technologies at approved accommodations, to further enhance the passenger experience within our islands, by avoiding unnecessary forms to be filled by travellers at various touchpoints, while simultaneously boosting our contact-tracing capabilities, which benefits our visitors and our citizenry alike.”

For his part Didier Dogley, the Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports & Marine, and chair of the Re-opening of Seychelles Taskforce, has said: “The Travizory technology enables health and tourism authorities to ensure that travellers are only staying at licensed establishments and liveaboards that have been certified. The new technology will allow us to balance the need for tourism to grow and sustain our economy without compromising the health of our citizens. It will have a very positive impact on tourism and the wider economy in the Seychelles, as well as clearly demonstrating Seychelles’ ability to deploy digital solutions.”

Christophe Zialor/Press release from the department of civil aviation, ports & marine

Immigration and Civil Status

The Seychelles Immigration maintains an effective Border Control, Assess claims of citizenship of Seychelles and reponsible for the issuance of passports to citizens of Seychelles.

Entry Requirements

Every passenger willing to enter into the Seychelles must obtain a Travel Authorization. For further information on any health requirement prior to visiting Seychelles kindly visit the Health and Stay conditions’ document below.

Travel advisory for visitors

Seychelles remains open to visitors & has put in place protocols to ensure safe travel and stay. As visitors enjoy their stay, it is essential that they remain conscious of these measures to keep Seychelles safe.

Seychelles Travel Autorisation

A Travel Authorisation is required for every passenger entering Seychelles. Application for the Travel Authorisation, must be submitted only on the official government website. Click below to access the application.

Do I need a pcr test ?

From the 1st December 2022 r outine requirement for COVID-19 vaccination and test has been removed.

Do I need a yellow fever vaccination certificate ?

Yellow Fever Does Not Exist in Seychelles. Yellow fever vaccination is needed if you are traveling to Seychelles from a yellow fever endemic region. If you are transiting through an airport of a yellow fever endemic region for less than 12 hours you do not need yellow fever vaccination. Whenever yellow fever vaccination is required, proof of vaccination will be demanded at the entry point by public health officers.

Do I need a Visa to travel to the Seychelles?

Travel to the Seychelles is visa-free, irrespective of nationality.* Instead, a Visitor’s Permit is issued before arrival in Seychelles. It is free of charge and valid for three months for the first three months after which, a fee is applicable for extension.

* Seychelles does not recognize the sovereignty of the following countries: Taiwan, Western Sahara and Kosovo.

Which documents do I need to obtain a Visitor's permit?

• Valid passport (expiration date must be at least 3 months after departure from the Seychelles); • Return flight ticket; • Proof of Valid travel health insurance (via credit, debit card, health insurance LAMAL or others) • Accommodation bookings must be made at licensed and certified establishment or liveaboards (see the list below). If you visit a friend or rent an apartment/home you need to provide an invitation. • Proof of sufficient funds;

Do I need a Covid vaccination pass to travel to the Seychelles ?

Seychelles is open to all visitors irrespective of their vaccination status.

From the 1st December 2022 r outine requirement for COVID-19 vaccination and test has been removed.

Other Conditions of Entry to the Seychelles

Visitors must apply for the Travel Authorisation for entry permission through the electronic form available at: https://seychelles.govtas.com . When in the Seychelles, it is necessary to observe existing health measures – wearing face masks, distancing, washing hands, etc.

Further Information

For further information, click on the links below: https://tourism.gov.sc/ https://www.mfa.gov.sc/visitors http://www.ics.gov.sc/permits/visitors-permit eda.admin.ch

This website serves only for basic orientation. For further information please contact:

Ministry of foreign affairs and tourism of the republic of seychelles.

www.mfa.gov.sc +248 428 35 00

The Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA)

www.admin.ch +41 800 24-7-365

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Before you travel check that:

your destination can provide the healthcare you may need
you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation

This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.

Emergency medical number

Call 999 and ask for an ambulance.

Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.

Vaccine recommendations and health risks

At least 8 weeks before your trip:

check the latest vaccine recommendations for Seychelles
see where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the NHS travel vaccinations page

See what health risks you’ll face in Seychelles .

The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.

Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro .

Healthcare in Seychelles

As a tourist, you must pay for medical treatment.

Residents in Seychelles from overseas need to pay for some treatment, including medication and prescriptions.

The main hospital is at Mont Fleuri in Victoria on Mahé, and there are local health centres in most residential areas. Victoria Hospital has an accident and emergency department, and facilities such as scans. There are many private clinics in Seychelles, mostly offering GP services.

FCDO has a list of medical providers in Seychelles where some staff will speak English.

Travel and mental health

Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health . There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro .

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All travelers to the Seychelles are required to submit Immigration forms in compliance with Immigration Decree Section 6 & 9 Form IMM/3A and Section 75(1) of the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Act, 2020. Failure to comply may lead to a penalty fee upon arrival.

Seychelles Citizens

Choose this option if you are a Seychelles citizen. Dual nationals and those with lost or expired passports should apply as citizens.

Tourists, visitors, residents and workers

Choose this option if you are visiting Seychelles for tourism, business, are a permit holder, or visiting for any other reason to apply for a travel authorization.

What do I need to apply?

All travellers are required to complete Immigration procedures when travelling to and from Seychelles. There are different requirements for travel to the Seychelles permit holders and visitors. Please pay attention to the required documents that apply to you and / or your group. For more information, please refer to the Seychelles Immigration website. Before you apply, ensure you have all of your mandatory documents ready.

Every non-citizen visitor to Seychelles must apply for the digital Travel Authorisation. This is mandatory as per the Immigration Act. This digital form replaces the blue paper form that was previously completed pre-arrival and serves as approval for travel to Seychelles. Seychelles Immigration reserves the right to deny entry on arrival. There are fees associated with this service.

Required information
Valid Passport
Contact Information
Trip information
Airline booking confirmation - you must upload a copy of your airline booking confirmation which clearly shows your arrival and departure dates
Accommodation booking confirmation - you must upload your booking confirmation(s) for each location of your stay in Seychelles. This must include the name of the hotel/guesthouse, boat charter name or name of employer. If you’re visiting friends and family, provide a letter of invitation
Credit or debit card

Seychelles permit holders (any non-citizen resident e.g. GOP, dependent, permanent resident)

Valid passport
Copy of valid permit (if applicable)

Declaration of Consent

The primary purpose of the Seychelles Electronic Border System Website is to facilitate travel to the Seychelles while protecting our citizens and travelers from health risks and security threats.

This website and mobile application are operated by and on behalf of the Seychelles Government pursuant to the rules and regulations prescribed by Seychelles Data Protection laws to ensure the privacy of your information. Information submitted by applicants through the Seychelles Electronic Border System Website is subject to privacy provisions and controls similar to those that have been established elsewhere for similar traveler screening programs. Access to such information is limited to those persons who have a need to know, recognised and approved by the Government of the Republic of the Seychelles.

Please refer to the Terms and Conditions of Use, General Information, Privacy Policy and FAQ for more details.

Please note that the Government of the Seychelles has determined that the processing of your data is in the public interest.

Please note that by submitting an application for a Travel Authorisation or a Disembarkation Information Form via the Seychelles Electronic Border System Website and clicking on the button below, you authorise the Government of the Seychelles, and its agents, to use your personal information for the purpose of facilitating or determining your eligibility to travel to, within and from the Republic of the Seychelles and to contact you before, during and/or after your trip via such means as it/they deem necessary and appropriate in order:

to obtain from you information necessary to clarify certain elements of your application for a Travel Authorisation or submission of a Disembarkation Information Form;
to send you information about your application or submission status and related documents;
to provide you with COVID-19, and other endemic, epidemic, or pandemic diseases prevention information and, if applicable, results of related medical examinations you have elected to undergo in the Seychelles;
to inform you of quarantine, isolation, testing, or other measures relevant to your safety and public health;
to ensure that you stay only in accommodations certified by the Department of Tourism and, to that end, to contact if necessary the establishments where you will be staying or the places that you will be visiting; and
to provide you with information on the Seychelles Electronic Border System Website and collect feedback from you about your experience with this system.

Please note that if in conjunction with the submission of your application for Travel Authorisation or your Disembarkation Information Form, you utilise the Seychelles Electronic Border System Website to purchase services or solicit offers provided by a Government of Seychelles vetted and approved third party, you authorise the Government of the Seychelles, and its agents, to transmit the requisite personal information to the third party involved in order to facilitate the purchase and performance of the services or the provision of offers you elect to receive from the third party in question.

Please note that if you submit an application for a Travel Authorisation or a Disembarkation Information Form or purchase third party services as aforesaid on behalf of your child or another person, you confirm that (1) you have given your parental consent or have obtained the legally binding consent of such other person to authorise the Government of the Seychelles, and its agents, to utilise your and their personal information as aforesaid and (2) you have informed them of how their personal data will be used.

Please note that by clicking on “Proceed”, you agree with all of the above. If you do not agree, you may choose not to submit an application for a Travel Authorisation and/or not to purchase services/solicit offers from a third party.

By confirming and proceeding you acknowledge and agree that your information will be processed by the Government of the Seychelles and its duly authorised agents in order to determine your eligibility to travel, to facilitate your arrival and departure at our borders and to ensure security within the Seychelles Islands. If you apply on behalf of someone, it is your responsibility to obtain consent of that person. As a parent you can apply for your child by providing parental consent. You may choose not to proceed.

Individual application

I am applying for one individual only.

Group application

I am applying for a group application. If you are a family, a couple, friends living together or a company submitting on behalf of your employees, you can save time by applying as a group. To apply as a group, you must meet certain eligibility requirements.

Country of Residence

Please select your country of residence. This is the country where you live and pay taxes. If you are a resident Diplomat of the Seychelles, please select Seychelles.

Eligibility Checklist for Family/Couples Applications

If you are a family, a couple, or friends living together, you can save time by applying as a group. All members of the group will be part of a single group application that will be reviewed and either approved or denied. If approved, all members of the group will each receive a separate travel authorisation to the Seychelles Islands.

You and your family/partners/friends are eligible for a group application (up to six persons) for travel authorization to the Seychelles Islands only if you meet all the requirements below. All individuals in the group application must:

Share the same country of residence and legal address.
Live in the same household (place of residence) for at least 14 days prior to arrival in the Seychelles Islands.
Share the same purpose of visit to the Seychelles Islands
Travel to the Seychelles Islands on the same flight on the same day from the same country of origin.
Depart from the Seychelles Islands on the same flight on the same day.
Reside within the Seychelles Islands at all times in the same hotels, guest houses, or yachts.
Share the same travel history (countries visited) for the 14 days prior to arrival in the Seychelles Islands.

Special rules for companies: If you are a business (construction company, fishing company, charter company, factory, or other) submitting travel authorisation applications on behalf of workforce that is travelling to the Seychelles Islands for employment, you can use this feature for up to 6 applications at a time and each group must follow the requirements below: All individuals in the group application must:

Share the same employer, project, or construction site as identified in all the individual work permits and employment letters.
Reside within the Seychelles Islands at least for the first 30 days in the same hotels, facilities or ships.

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Exercise normal safety precautions in the Seychelles.

Seychelles can experience severe weather, especially during the northwest monsoon season (December to March).
Crime levels are low, but petty crimes occur. The risk of theft is higher in tourist hubs, such as Beau Vallon and the capital, Victoria. Be aware of your surroundings and pay attention to your belongings. Keep valuables out of sight.
Violent crime is less common but can occur, especially on beaches and walking trails. Hike with organised groups. Avoid back streets and beaches after dark.
Rallies and protests occur sometimes. These can turn violent. Avoid large public gatherings.
Beaches in the Seychelles, including Beau Vallon, often have strong currents and rips. Drownings occur at popular tourist beaches. There may not be safety information at beaches. Get local advice before swimming.

Full travel advice: Safety

Insect-borne diseases, including dengue and chikungunya, occur. Ensure your accommodation is insect-proof. Use insect repellent.
You may be at risk for preventable diseases. Consult with your local health care professional for advice on current risks and vaccine options. Take care with personal, food and water hygiene.
Medical facilities in the Seychelles are limited, especially on the remote islands, and can be expensive. The island of Mahé has several clinics and a state-owned hospital in Victoria. If you're seriously ill or injured, you may need medical evacuation. Ensure your travel insurance covers hospital stays and evacuation.

Full travel advice: Health

Don't use or carry illegal drugs. Penalties for drug offences, including possession and trafficking, are severe.
The Seychelles recognises dual citizenship.
Same-sex relations are legal in the Seychelles. However, the society is conservative. All travellers, regardless of gender or sexuality, should avoid public displays of affection.
Public nudity isn't accepted. Don't sunbathe topless or naked on beaches.

Full travel advice: Local laws

You don't need a visa to enter the Seychelles as a tourist. You can get a visitor’s permit on arrival in the Seychelles. If you’re not a tourist, you'll need to apply for a visa. Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. You should contact the nearest high commission/embassy or consulate of the Seychelles to confirm the latest details.
Before arriving in the Seychelles, you must apply for an online Digital Travel Authorisation . There is a fee associated with this application.
Be prepared to show evidence of proof of funds, confirmed accommodation and valid onward travel tickets on arrival.

Full travel advice: Travel

Local contacts

The Consular Services Charter details what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.
Australia doesn't have an embassy or consulate in the Seychelles. For consular assistance, contact the Australian High Commission in Mauritius . See 'Consular Contacts'.
To stay up to date with local information, follow the High Commission’s social media accounts: Facebook and Twitter .

Full travel advice: Local contacts

Full advice

Crime levels in the Seychelles are low. But petty crime occurs, and includes:

pickpocketing
bag snatching
street robbery near ATMs

Theft and robberies generally occur in tourist locations, for example, Victoria and Beau Vallon on Mahé and Cote D'Or beach on Praslin Island.

Violent crime, sometimes with knives, is less common but still happens, including on beaches and walking trails.

To protect yourself from crime:

be aware of your surroundings
watch your belongings on buses and taxis, especially at night
don't go out alone after dark or to isolated places, especially on foot
always keep your vehicle and accommodation locked
be alert to suspicious behaviour.

Cyber security

You may be at risk of cyber-based threats during overseas travel to any country. Digital identity theft is a growing concern. Your devices and personal data can be compromised, especially if you’re connecting to Wi-Fi, using or connecting to shared or public computers, or to Bluetooth.

Social media can also be risky in destinations where there are social or political tensions, or laws that may seem unreasonable by Australian standards. Travellers have been arrested for things they have said on social media. Don't comment on local or political events on your social media.

More information:

Cyber security when travelling overseas

Civil unrest and political tension

Demonstrations and protests.

Rallies and demonstrations occur sometimes.

Public protests and events that draw large groups of people can turn violent.

To protect yourself during periods of unrest:

avoid all demonstrations and large public gatherings
monitor the media and avoid protest areas
follow advice from local authorities
Demonstrations and civil unrest

Terrorism is a threat worldwide.

Climate and natural disasters

The Seychelles can experience severe weather , especially during the northwest monsoon season (December to March). This includes:

strong winds
torrential rain.

To protect yourself if a natural disaster occurs:

keep your passport in a safe, waterproof place
monitor local media and the World Meteorological Organization Severe Weather Information Centre
check the Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System
follow the advice of local authorities
keep in touch with friends and family.

If you plan to travel during the wet season or after a natural disaster, contact your tour operator. Ask if tourist services have been affected in the areas you want to visit.

The Seychelles isn't normally affected by cyclones. However, the wet season from December to March can bring:

severe weather
torrential rain

Call Seychelles Meteorological Services (+248) 4384 358 for weather updates.

For updates, monitor the weather through the media or via:

Seychelles Meteorological Authority
Meteo France–Reunion
NOAA National Weather Centre

Swimming safety

The Seychelles experiences strong ocean currents around the islands at different times of the year. This includes the popular Beau Vallon beach when the sea is rough.

Travellers have died swimming at popular beaches in the Seychelles.

Generally, beaches on the west coast can be dangerous for swimming during the northwest monsoon (December to March), and those on the east coast can be affected during the southeast trade winds (May to September). Beaches at the southern tip of Mahé are not recommended for swimming at any time.

There's usually no safety information displayed at beaches.

To protect yourself at the beach:

get local advice before swimming
be alert to changes in sea conditions, including rips
swim within your ability.

Tours and adventure activities

Tour operators don't always follow safety and maintenance standards. This includes adventure activities like diving and swimming with dolphins.

If you plan to do a tour or an adventure activity :

check if your travel insurance policy covers it
use only registered operators that have been issued with a valid permit
ask about and insist on minimum safety requirements
always use available safety gear, such as life jackets or seatbelts

If proper safety equipment isn't available, use another provider.

Travel insurance

Get comprehensive travel insurance before you leave.

Your policy needs to cover all overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation. The Australian Government won't pay for these costs.

You must have insurance to cover COVID-19 treatment. If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. This applies to everyone, no matter how healthy and fit you are.

If you're not insured, you may have to pay many thousands of dollars up-front for medical care.

what activities and care your policy covers
that your insurance covers you for the whole time you'll be away, including during stopovers on the way to and from your destination.

Physical and mental health

Consider your physical and mental health before you travel, especially if you have an existing medical condition.

See your doctor or travel clinic to:

have a basic health check-up
ask if your travel plans may affect your health
plan any vaccinations you need

Do this at least 8 weeks before you leave.

If you have immediate concerns for your welfare, or the welfare of another Australian, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre in Australia on +61 2 6261 3305 or contact your nearest Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate to discuss counselling hotlines and services available in your location.

General health advice
Healthy holiday tips (Healthdirect Australia)

Medications

Not all medication available over the counter or by prescription in Australia is available in other countries. Some may even be considered illegal or controlled substances, even if prescribed by an Australian doctor.

If you plan to bring medication, check if it's legal in the Seychelles. Take enough legal medicine for your trip.

Carry a copy of your prescription and a letter from your doctor stating:

what the medications are
your required dosage
that it's for personal use
Seychelles Revenue Commission

Health risks

Insect-borne diseases

Outbreaks of dengue and chikungunya occur in the Seychelles.

To protect yourself from insect-borne disease:

make sure your accommodation is insect-proof
use insect repellent
wear long, loose, light-coloured clothing.

Get medical advice if you have a fever, muscle pain, a rash or a bad headache.

Other diseases

The following diseases may be present in the Seychelles:

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B

Consult with your local health care professional for advice on current risks and vaccine options. Take care with personal, food and water hygiene.

Hepatitis C and HIV/AIDS are also present, especially linked to intravenous drug use. Take precautions if you're engaging in high-risk activities.

Seychelles Department of Health
Infectious diseases

Medical care

Medical facilities.

Medical facilities in the Seychelles are limited, especially on the remote islands where doctors are often not available.

The island of Mahé has several clinics and a state-run hospital. The hospital in Victoria, Mahé can deal with accidents and emergencies.

There are two decompression chambers on Mahé: one in Victoria Hospital (Victoria) and one in the Seychelles Family Hospital (De Quincy).

There's no healthcare agreement between Australia and the Seychelles. Tourists must pay for treatment.

If you become seriously ill or injured, you'll need to be evacuated. Medical evacuation can be very expensive.

Make sure your travel insurance includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays. The Australian Government won't pay for these costs.

You're subject to all local laws and penalties, including those that appear harsh by Australian standards. Check local laws before travelling.

If you're arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do what it can to help you under our Consular Services Charter . But we can't get you out of trouble or out of jail.

Drug use, possession and trafficking are serious offences. Punishments can be severe.

Carrying or using drugs

Same-sex relationships are legal in the Seychelles.

Advice for LGBTI travellers

Australian laws

Some Australian criminal laws still apply when you're overseas. If you break these laws, you may face prosecution in Australia.

Staying within the law and respecting customs
Dual nationals

The Seychelles recognises dual nationality.

Local customs

Seychellois are generally very conservative. They don't tolerate topless sunbathing on public beaches. Nudism is not acceptable. Some LGBTI travellers have reported discrimination.

All travellers, regardless of gender or sexuality, should avoid public displays of affection.

Visas and border measures

Every country or territory decides who can enter or leave through its borders. For specific information about the evidence you'll need to enter a foreign destination, check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering.

You don't need a visa to enter the Seychelles as a tourist. You'll receive a visitor's permit on arrival. The visitor’s permit may be granted for a period of up to three months. It can be extended for successive periods not exceeding three months at a time to a maximum period of 12 months.

Seychelles Immigration & Civil Status Office (Phone: +248 42 93 600, email: [email protected] ) .

Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. Contact the nearest embassy for details about visas, currency, customs and quarantine rules.

Border measures

You must apply for a Digital Travel Authorisation before travelling to the Seychelles. You'll have to pay a fee. It may take up to 24 hours to receive approval.

Be prepared to show evidence of proof of funds, confirmed accommodation and valid onward travel tickets at Immigration Control on arrival.

For arrivals by sea, visit the Seychelles Immigration & Civil Status Office website .

Seychelles Tourism Department
Seychelles Ministry of Health

Other formalities

Yellow fever vaccination.

You need a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter the Seychelles if you're coming from a country that has yellow fever. If you are transiting through an airport of a yellow fever endemic region for less than 12 hours, you don't need yellow fever vaccination.

Seychelles Ministry of Health
Countries with a risk of yellow fever

Some countries won't let you enter unless your passport is valid for 6 months after you plan to leave that country. This can apply even if you're just transiting or stopping over.

Some foreign governments and airlines apply the rule inconsistently. Travellers can receive conflicting advice from different sources.

You can end up stranded if your passport is not valid for more than 6 months.

The Australian Government does not set these rules. Check your passport's expiry date before you travel. If you're not sure it'll be valid for long enough, consider getting a new passport .

Lost or stolen passport

Your passport is a valuable document. It's attractive to people who may try to use your identity to commit crimes.

Some people may try to trick you into giving them your passport. Always keep it in a safe place.

If your passport is lost or stolen, tell the Australian Government as soon as possible:

In Australia, contact the Australian Passport Information Service .
If you're overseas, contact the nearest Australian embassy or consulate .

Passport with ‘X’ gender identifier

Although Australian passports comply with international standards for sex and gender, we can’t guarantee that a passport showing 'X' in the sex field will be accepted for entry or transit by another country. Contact the nearest embassy, high commission or consulate of your destination before you arrive at the border to confirm if authorities will accept passports with 'X' gender markers.

LGBTI travellers

The currency of the Seychelles is the Seychellois Rupee (SCR).

ATMs are available at the airport and major tourist destinations but can be difficult to find in remote areas. ATMs only dispense SCR.

Most hotel and tourist services accept debit and credit cards, but you should check with your hotel or guesthouse if you will be able to pay using your card. Some guesthouses and hotels may accept euros or US dollars.

You can change money at:

the international airport
licensed operators
hotels and resorts.

Contact your bank to make sure your cards will work in the Seychelles.

Local travel

Driving permit.

You can drive in the Seychelles with either:

a valid Australian driver's licence; or
an International Driving Permit (IDP)

You must get your IDP before leaving Australia.

The minimum driving age is 18 years old for private cars and 16 for motorcycles.

If you plan on driving in the Seychelles:

check your travel insurance policy covers you
check local traffic laws and practices before driving

While you are on the road:

drive carefully and legally
don't drink and drive
be aware of potential dangers on the roads
avoid remote roads, particularly at night.

Road travel

You can only drive on Mahé and Praslin.

You are more likely to die in a motor vehicle accident in the Seychelles than in Australia.

Common hazards include:

mountainous, narrow and winding roads
roads with sheer drops, sharp bends and limited safety barriers
drink-driving with erratic behaviour.

Motorcycles

Make sure your travel insurance policy covers you for riding a motorbike, quad bike or similar vehicle.

Always wear a helmet.

Seychelles Licensing Authority
Driving or riding

Use registered taxis and limousines, preferably arranged through your hotel.

Taxis aren't metered. Research what taxi fares to expect on trips. Agree the fare with the driver before you leave.

Public transport

Buses on Mahé operate from early morning to early evening. Services are limited on some routes.

Transport and getting around safely

Boat travel

Boat travel may be dangerous.

A number of ferries and rivercraft operate in the Seychelles. These may be overloaded, poorly maintained and lack life-saving equipment. A lack of navigation skills and unexpected storms can also contribute to boating accidents.

To stay safe on the water:

check safety standards are in place
check there is enough safety equipment for everyone
wear your life jacket
avoid travelling after dark
don't get on overcrowded boats

Piracy can occur in the Exclusive Economic Zone of the Seychelles. Reduce the risk of piracy by adjusting your route if required and monitoring piracy reports from the International Maritime Bureau .

Travelling by Boat
Going on a cruise

DFAT doesn't provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.

Check the Seychelles' air safety profile with the Aviation Safety Network.

Emergencies

Depending on what you need, contact your:

family and friends
travel agent
insurance provider

Call +248 432 3242 (Hotline) or +248 428 9950

Call 151 or go directly to a hospital.

Seychelles Hospital: +248 438 8000

Call 999, 133 (Police Hotline) or visit the nearest police station.

Always get a police report when you report a crime.

Your travel insurer should have a 24-hour emergency number.

Contact your provider with any complaints about tourist services or products.

Consular contacts

Read the Consular Services Charter for what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.

Australia doesn't have a High Commission or consulate in the Seychelles. For full consular and passport services while in the Seychelles, contact the Australian High Commission (based in Mauritius) via email (see contact details below).

Australian High Commission, Mauritius

2nd Floor, Rogers House

5 President John Kennedy Street

Port Louis, Mauritius

Phone: +230 202 0160

General Enquiries email: [email protected]

Consular Enquiries email: [email protected]

Passport enquiries: [email protected]

Website: mauritius.embassy.gov.au

Facebook: Australia in Mauritius, Seychelles, Madagascar and Comoros

Twitter: @AusHC_MU

The website will provide details about opening hours, any temporary closures and services offered.

24-hour Consular Emergency Centre

In a consular emergency, if you can't contact the High Commission, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on:

+61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
1300 555 135 in Australia

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Petty crime

Petty crime, such as pickpocketing and purse snatching, occurs. Incidents have been reported in:

popular tourist areas, including Beau Vallon and Victoria
beaches, including Cote d’Or beach
unattended vehicles
hiking trails

During your trip to the Seychelles:

ensure that your personal belongings, including your passport and your other travel documents are secure at all times
avoid showing signs of affluence or wearing expensive jewellery
never leave personal belongings unattended in a vehicle, even in the trunk
avoid isolated areas, especially at night

Violent crime

Although less common, violent crime occurs, namely:

armed robberies

Tourists are usually not targeted, however you could be at the wrong place at the wrong time.

Credit and debit card as well as ATM fraud occurs in the Seychelles.

Cover the keypad with one hand when entering your PIN
Pay careful attention when others are handling your cards
Avoid using card readers with an irregular or unusual feature
Use ATMs located in public areas or inside a bank or business
Check for any unauthorized transactions on your account statements

Overseas fraud

Demonstrations

While not common in the Seychelles, demonstrations may occur.

Avoid areas where demonstrations and large gatherings are taking place
Follow the instructions of local authorities
Monitor local media for information on ongoing demonstrations

Mass gatherings (large-scale events)

Adventure tourism

Outdoor activities, such as scuba diving, snorkelling, hiking and other adventure activities can be dangerous if unprepared. Trails are not always marked, and weather conditions can change rapidly.

If you intend to practice adventure tourism:

consider traveling with a group and hiring an experienced guide from a reputable company
obtain detailed information on your activity and on the environment in which you will be setting out 
avoid venturing off marked trails  
stay informed about weather and other conditions that may pose a hazard
refrain from using equipment if you have doubts on their safety

Water activities

Coastal waters can be dangerous. Strong currents and riptides are common, particularly near the popular tourist beach in Beau Vallon. Several drownings occur each year.

Most beaches outside major hotels do not have a regular lifeguard present. When available, rescue services may not be consistent with international standards.

Beaches that offer safe swimming conditions from May to September, during the east monsoon period, may not be safe from December to March during the north-east monsoon period.

Respect the areas reserved for swimming
Always maintain a safe distance from boats and restricted areas
Always respect warning flags advising of dangerous conditions
Consult reputable sources and tour operators for information on possible hazards and safe swimming areas

Maritime excursions

Many isolated islands are accessible by boat or ferry. Travel by ship to the outer islands, such as Amirantes, Cosmoledo and Aldabra, requires the approval of the Seychelles Maritime Safety authority.

In stormy weather, travel by ship, including emergency travel, may be difficult.

While on maritime excursions:

use only a reliable company
make sure you have access to a lifejacket at all times
do not board a boat that appears overloaded or unseaworthy

Water safety abroad

Road safety

Road conditions.

Roads are generally well maintained but are narrow and winding.

Driving can also be dangerous due to:

the presence of animals, pedestrians, and bicycles on the road
roads with sheer drops and lack of guardrails
poorly lit roads

Driving habits

Impaired driving is prevalent in the Seychelles with a noted frequency of drivers operating vehicles while intoxicated by alcohol.

If you choose to drive in the Seychelles:

drive defensively, particularly after dark
in the event of a traffic accident, remain at the scene until the police arrive
when returning a rented vehicle, ensure that you receive a written acknowledgement stating that the vehicle had not been damaged while in your possession
purchase adequate car insurance

Public transportation

Taxis are available on the main Mahe and Praslin islands. Not all taxis are metered. In such cases, ensure that an agreed-upon fare is settled with the driver beforehand.

Public transportation by bus is available but limited on the main islands of Mahé and Praslin.

Pirate attacks and armed robbery against ships occur in coastal waters, particularly in the Gulf of Aden and Indian Ocean. Though reports of piracy have decreased in recent years, mariners should take appropriate precautions.

Live piracy report - International Maritime Bureau

We do not make assessments on the compliance of foreign domestic airlines with international safety standards.

Information about foreign domestic airlines

Every country or territory decides who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.

We have obtained the information on this page from the authorities of the Seychelles. It can, however, change at any time.

Verify this information with the Foreign Representatives in Canada .

Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you use for travel.

Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country’s entry rules.

Regular Canadian passport

Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay.

Passport for official travel

Different entry rules may apply.

Official travel

Passport with “X” gender identifier

While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Useful links

Foreign Representatives in Canada
Canadian passports

Tourist visa: not required for stays up to 90 days Business visa: not required Student visa: not required

You must obtain a digital travel authorization before your departure.

Apply for a digital travel authorization - Government of Seychelles

Children and travel

Learn more about travelling with children .

Yellow fever

Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).

Relevant Travel Health Notices

Global Measles Notice - 13 March, 2024
COVID-19 and International Travel - 13 March, 2024

This section contains information on possible health risks and restrictions regularly found or ongoing in the destination. Follow this advice to lower your risk of becoming ill while travelling. Not all risks are listed below.

Consult a health care professional or visit a travel health clinic preferably 6 weeks before you travel to get personalized health advice and recommendations.

Routine vaccines

Be sure that your routine vaccinations , as per your province or territory , are up-to-date before travelling, regardless of your destination.

Some of these vaccinations include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, varicella (chickenpox), influenza and others.

Pre-travel vaccines and medications

You may be at risk for preventable diseases while travelling in this destination. Talk to a travel health professional about which medications or vaccines may be right for you, based on your destination and itinerary.

Yellow fever is a disease caused by a flavivirus from the bite of an infected mosquito.

Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.

There is no risk of yellow fever in this country.

Country Entry Requirement*

Proof of vaccination is required if you are coming from or have transited through an airport of a country where yellow fever occurs.

Recommendation

Vaccination is not recommended.
Discuss travel plans, activities, and destinations with a health care professional.
Contact a designated Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre well in advance of your trip to arrange for vaccination.

About Yellow Fever

Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada * It is important to note that country entry requirements may not reflect your risk of yellow fever at your destination. It is recommended that you contact the nearest diplomatic or consular office of the destination(s) you will be visiting to verify any additional entry requirements.

There is a risk of hepatitis A in this destination. It is a disease of the liver. People can get hepatitis A if they ingest contaminated food or water, eat foods prepared by an infectious person, or if they have close physical contact (such as oral-anal sex) with an infectious person, although casual contact among people does not spread the virus.

Practise safe food and water precautions and wash your hands often. Vaccination is recommended for all travellers to areas where hepatitis A is present.

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. It can spread quickly from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

Anyone who is not protected against measles is at risk of being infected with it when travelling internationally.

Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are fully protected against measles.

Hepatitis B is a risk in every destination. It is a viral liver disease that is easily transmitted from one person to another through exposure to blood and body fluids containing the hepatitis B virus. Travellers who may be exposed to blood or other bodily fluids (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment, sharing needles, tattooing, acupuncture or occupational exposure) are at higher risk of getting hepatitis B.

Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all travellers. Prevent hepatitis B infection by practicing safe sex, only using new and sterile drug equipment, and only getting tattoos and piercings in settings that follow public health regulations and standards.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious viral disease. It can spread from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

It is recommended that all eligible travellers complete a COVID-19 vaccine series along with any additional recommended doses in Canada before travelling. Evidence shows that vaccines are very effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19. While vaccination provides better protection against serious illness, you may still be at risk of infection from the virus that causes COVID-19. Anyone who has not completed a vaccine series is at increased risk of being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 and is at greater risk for severe disease when travelling internationally.

Before travelling, verify your destination’s COVID-19 vaccination entry/exit requirements. Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are adequately protected against COVID-19.

The best way to protect yourself from seasonal influenza (flu) is to get vaccinated every year. Get the flu shot at least 2 weeks before travelling.

The flu occurs worldwide.

In the Northern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs from November to April.
In the Southern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs between April and October.
In the tropics, there is flu activity year round.

The flu vaccine available in one hemisphere may only offer partial protection against the flu in the other hemisphere.

The flu virus spreads from person to person when they cough or sneeze or by touching objects and surfaces that have been contaminated with the virus. Clean your hands often and wear a mask if you have a fever or respiratory symptoms.

In this destination, rabies is carried by dogs and some wildlife, including bats. Rabies is a deadly disease that spreads to humans primarily through bites or scratches from an infected animal. While travelling, take precautions , including keeping your distance from animals (including free-roaming dogs), and closely supervising children.

If you are bitten or scratched by an animal while travelling, immediately wash the wound with soap and clean water and see a health care professional. Rabies treatment is often available in this destination.

Before travel, discuss rabies vaccination with a health care professional. It may be recommended for travellers who are at high risk of exposure (e.g., occupational risk such as veterinarians and wildlife workers, children, adventure travellers and spelunkers, and others in close contact with animals).

Safe food and water precautions

Many illnesses can be caused by eating food or drinking beverages contaminated by bacteria, parasites, toxins, or viruses, or by swimming or bathing in contaminated water.

Learn more about food and water precautions to take to avoid getting sick by visiting our eat and drink safely abroad page. Remember: Boil it, cook it, peel it, or leave it!
Avoid getting water into your eyes, mouth or nose when swimming or participating in activities in freshwater (streams, canals, lakes), particularly after flooding or heavy rain. Water may look clean but could still be polluted or contaminated.
Avoid inhaling or swallowing water while bathing, showering, or swimming in pools or hot tubs.

Travellers' diarrhea is the most common illness affecting travellers. It is spread from eating or drinking contaminated food or water.

Risk of developing travellers' diarrhea increases when travelling in regions with poor standards of hygiene and sanitation. Practise safe food and water precautions.

The most important treatment for travellers' diarrhea is rehydration (drinking lots of fluids). Carry oral rehydration salts when travelling.

Typhoid is a bacterial infection spread by contaminated food or water. Risk is higher among children, travellers going to rural areas, travellers visiting friends and relatives or those travelling for a long period of time.

Travellers visiting regions with a risk of typhoid, especially those exposed to places with poor sanitation, should speak to a health care professional about vaccination.

Insect bite prevention

Many diseases are spread by the bites of infected insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, fleas or flies. When travelling to areas where infected insects may be present:

Use insect repellent (bug spray) on exposed skin
Cover up with light-coloured, loose clothes made of tightly woven materials such as nylon or polyester
Minimize exposure to insects
Use mosquito netting when sleeping outdoors or in buildings that are not fully enclosed

To learn more about how you can reduce your risk of infection and disease caused by bites, both at home and abroad, visit our insect bite prevention page.

Find out what types of insects are present where you’re travelling, when they’re most active, and the symptoms of the diseases they spread.

There is a risk of chikungunya in this country. The level of risk may vary by:

The virus that causes chikungunya is spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. It can cause fever and pain in the joints. In some cases, the joint pain can be severe and last for months or years.

Protect yourself from mosquito bites at all times.

Learn more:

Insect bite and pest prevention Chikungunya

In this country, risk of dengue is sporadic. It is a viral disease spread to humans by mosquito bites.
Dengue can cause flu-like symptoms. In some cases, it can lead to severe dengue, which can be fatal.
The level of risk of dengue changes seasonally, and varies from year to year. The level of risk also varies between regions in a country and can depend on the elevation in the region.
Mosquitoes carrying dengue typically bite during the daytime, particularly around sunrise and sunset.
Protect yourself from mosquito bites . There is no vaccine or medication that protects against dengue fever.

Animal precautions

Some infections, such as rabies and influenza, can be shared between humans and animals. Certain types of activities may increase your chance of contact with animals, such as travelling in rural or forested areas, camping, hiking, and visiting wet markets (places where live animals are slaughtered and sold) or caves.

Travellers are cautioned to avoid contact with animals, including dogs, livestock (pigs, cows), monkeys, snakes, rodents, birds, and bats, and to avoid eating undercooked wild game.

Closely supervise children, as they are more likely to come in contact with animals.

Person-to-person infections

Stay home if you’re sick and practise proper cough and sneeze etiquette , which includes coughing or sneezing into a tissue or the bend of your arm, not your hand. Reduce your risk of colds, the flu and other illnesses by:

washing your hands often
avoiding or limiting the amount of time spent in closed spaces, crowded places, or at large-scale events (concerts, sporting events, rallies)
avoiding close physical contact with people who may be showing symptoms of illness

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) , HIV , and mpox are spread through blood and bodily fluids; use condoms, practise safe sex, and limit your number of sexual partners. Check with your local public health authority pre-travel to determine your eligibility for mpox vaccine.

Medical services and facilities

Access to adequate health care, including private medical practices, is available on the major islands.  Medical facilities are limited on isolated islands where some have no doctors.

Make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays.

Health and safety outside Canada

Some prescription medications may not be available.

If you take prescription medications, you are responsible for determining their legality in the country before entering the Seychelles.

Bring sufficient quantities of your medication with you
Always keep your medication in the original container
Pack them in your carry-on luggage
Carry a copy of your prescriptions

Keep in Mind...

The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety.

Be prepared. Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. Pack a travel health kit , especially if you will be travelling away from major city centres.

You must abide by local laws.

Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad .

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and heavy fines.

Drugs, alcohol and travel

2SLGBTQI+ persons

Seychellois laws do not prohibit sexual acts between individuals of the same sex. However, homosexuality is not widely socially tolerated.

Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics

Dual citizenship

Dual citizenship is legally recognized in the Seychelles.

If you are a Canadian citizen, but also a citizen of the Seychelles, our ability to offer you consular services may be limited while you're there. You may also be subject to different entry/exit requirements .

Dual citizens

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. It does not apply between Canada and Seychelles.

If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Seychelles by an abducting parent:

act as quickly as you can
consult a lawyer in Canada and in Seychelles to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to the Vulnerable Children's Consular Unit at Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre

If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies.

Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.

International Child Abductions: A guide for affected parents
Canadian embassies and consulates by destination
Request emergency assistance

Imports and exports

Strict regulations may be enforced on the temporary import or export of certain items, including:

spear-fishing equipment
fruits and vegetables

To drive in Seychelles, you must have the following:

a valid Canadian driver’s license
an international driving permit

Traffic drives on the left.

International Driving Permit

The currency is the Seychellois rupee (SR).

Most hotels, restaurants and shops in tourist destinations accept debit or credit cards. ATMs are available at the airport and major tourist destinations but generally only issue rupees. You may pay for goods and services either in rupees, euros or in USD.

You can exchange money at authorised currency exchanges:

the international airport

It is prohibited to exchange foreign currencies at rates other than the official rate.

Rainy season

The rainy season extends from December to March. During this period strong winds and torrential rains can hamper overland travel and reduce the provision of essential services.

While there have not been any recent incidents of cyclones, pay careful attention to all warnings issued.

Monitor local media for the latest updates, including those on road conditions
Stay away from flooded areas
Follow the instructions of local authorities, including evacuation orders
Tornadoes, cyclones, hurricanes, typhoons and monsoons
Large-scale emergencies abroad
Seychelles Meteorological Authority

Local services

Dial 999 for emergencies requiring fire and police forces.

Dial 151 for medical assistance.

Consular assistance

There is no resident Canadian government office in Seychelles. You can obtain consular assistance and further consular information from the High Commission of Canada in Tanzania, in Dar es Salaam.

Comoros, Seychelles, Zambia

For emergency consular assistance, call the High Commission of Canada in Tanzania, in Dar es Salaam, and follow the instructions. At any time, you may also contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa.

The decision to travel is your choice and you are responsible for your personal safety abroad. We take the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provide credible and timely information in our Travel Advice to enable you to make well-informed decisions regarding your travel abroad.

The content on this page is provided for information only. While we make every effort to give you correct information, it is provided on an "as is" basis without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied. The Government of Canada does not assume responsibility and will not be liable for any damages in connection to the information provided.

If you need consular assistance while abroad, we will make every effort to help you. However, there may be constraints that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide services.

Learn more about consular services .

Risk Levels

take normal security precautions.

Take similar precautions to those you would take in Canada.

Exercise a high degree of caution

There are certain safety and security concerns or the situation could change quickly. Be very cautious at all times, monitor local media and follow the instructions of local authorities.

IMPORTANT: The two levels below are official Government of Canada Travel Advisories and are issued when the safety and security of Canadians travelling or living in the country or region may be at risk.

Avoid non-essential travel

Your safety and security could be at risk. You should think about your need to travel to this country, territory or region based on family or business requirements, knowledge of or familiarity with the region, and other factors. If you are already there, think about whether you really need to be there. If you do not need to be there, you should think about leaving.

Avoid all travel

You should not travel to this country, territory or region. Your personal safety and security are at great risk. If you are already there, you should think about leaving if it is safe to do so.

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Crystal clear waters and relaxing beaches make Seychelles a must-visit destination. Passport Health will provide you with the vaccines and information you need.

Travel Vaccines and Advice for Seychelles

Passport Health offers a variety of options for travellers throughout the world.

Seychelles is made up of 115 islands located in the Indian Ocean off of East Africa. The country is known for its spectacular seasides made of white sand and bright blue waters.

There are lavish resorts and family-run guest houses that allow visitors to watch sunsets over rolling downs. For those who love wildlife, Seychelles is a gold mind. Travellers will find sea turtles, tropical birds and coral reefs filled with colorful fish and sharks.

On This Page: Do I Need Vaccines for Seychelles? Do I Need a Passport or Visa for Seychelles? What is the Climate Like in Seychelles? How Safe Is Seychelles? Diving Courses in Seychelles What Should I Take to Seychelles? Embassy of the United Kingdom in Seychelles

Do I Need Vaccines for Seychelles?

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Seychelles. The National Travel Health Network and Centre and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Seychelles: COVID-19 , hepatitis A , hepatitis B , typhoid , yellow fever , rabies , polio and tetanus .

See the bullets below to learn more about some of these key immunisations:

COVID-19 – Airborne – Recommended for all travellers
Hepatitis A – Food & Water – Recommended for most travellers to the region, especially if unvaccinated.
Hepatitis B – Blood & Body Fluids – Accelerated schedule available
Tetanus – Wounds or Breaks in Skin – Recommended for travelers to most regions, especially if not previously vaccinated.
Typhoid – Food & Water – Jab lasts 3 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator.
Yellow Fever – Mosquito – Required if travelling from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Rabies – Saliva of Infected Animals – Vaccine recommended for long-stay travellers and those who may come in contact with animals.
Polio – Food & Water – Required if arriving from a region with polio transmission. Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.

See the tables below for more information:

Dengue and chikungunya are present in Seychelles. Ensure to have and use repellents and netting, even in urban areas.

Visit our vaccinations page to learn more. Travel safely with Passport Health and schedule your appointment today by calling or book online now .

Do I Need a Passport or Visa for Seychelles?

Visas are required for all trips to Seychelles. Passports must be valid for the duration of your stay, at a minimum. Proof of yellow fever vaccination may be required if you are travelling from a region where yellow fever is present.

Sources: Embassy of Seychelles and GOV.UK

What is the Climate Like in Seychelles?

Seychelles is nearly always warm, with temperatures remaining stable throughout the year. The temperature rarely goes below the low-20’s.

From November to March it is cooler, with north-west trade winds blowing over the country. The temperature is hottest from December to April and wettest from December to February. Additionally, nearly all the islands are outside the cyclone belt.

How Safe is Seychelles?

Seychelles is a relatively safe country to visit. Petty crime, such as pick-pocketing or bag-snatching, does occur in crowded places. Travellers should avoid carrying unnecessary valuables with them. Be cautious whilst travelling and travel with a partner when possible. Additionally, travellers should avoid demonstrations or large gatherings, as they can turn violent.

Diving Courses in Seychelles

Both beginners and experienced divers can join diving courses in Seychelles. Certified divers can see shipwrecks, tropical fish manta rays and sharks. Or, they can swim through gullies made of beautiful granite boulders.

For those apprehensive about diving, there are plenty of snorkeling opportunities. These still allow visitors a glimpse into this amazing underwater world.

What Should I Take to Seychelles?

Ensure to bring these key items with you to Seychelles:

Sun Cream – Lounging on the seaside or exploring the outdoors is a must in Seychelles. Ensure to lather up in sun cream first to preventing burning.
Swimsuit – Seychelles is known for its seasides so bring a swimsuit or two so you can enjoy the warm water.
Plug Adapters – The power sockets in Seychelles are type G. An adapter is needed when travelling.

Embassy of the United Kingdom in Seychelles

If you are in Seychelles and have an emergency (for example, been attacked, arrested or someone has died) contact the nearest consular services. Contact the embassy before arrival if you have additional questions on entry requirements, safety concerns or are in need of assistance.

British High Commission Victoria 3rd Floor, Oliaji Trade Centre Francis Rachel Street Victoria Mahé Seychelles Telephone: +248 4283666 Emergency Phone: +248 428 3666 Fax: +248 4283657 Email: [email protected]

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Department of health: conditions for entry of persons into seychelles.

These guidelines are in force as of 1 st August 2020 and will be reviewed periodically.

As of 1 st August 2020

Seychelles International Airport is open for scheduled commercial passenger flights.

Types of flights allowed:

Private jets with passengers destined to authorized resorts, yachts or residential facilities
Chartered passengers flights with passengers from permitted countries under conditions set by the Department of Health and Department of Tourism.
Scheduled International Commercial Passenger flights.
Cargo flights.
Medical evacuation flights.
Flights making technical stops.
Special flights under agreements between Seychelles Government and other authorities.

Visitors to Seychelles:

Visitors may be permitted from approved countries. The list of approved countries is posted on the Department of Tourism and Department of Health websites, and will be revised periodically. Visitors should note that the COVID-19 outbreak is dynamic and the listing of countries may change. They must therefore ensure that flight and hotel bookings permit flexibility regarding cancellation or postponement at short notice.
All passengers must submit to the Public Health Authority (submission form is available on Department of Tourism and Department of Health websites and should be submitted to [email protected] ), proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test that is less than 72 hours prior to boarding the flight to Seychelles.
Passengers must present proof of negative test results when checking-in for their flight to Seychelles. Airlines will not accept passengers for travel to Seychelles without the test result.
Aircraft/Airline are not to board any passengers or crew who are symptomatic of COVID-19.
Any passengers who arrives in Seychelles without proof of negative COVID 19 PCR test, will be turned back on the same aircraft.
Exit screening must have been completed by all incoming passengers and crew.
Entry screening will be done upon arrival starting with completion of the health check form, symptomatic check, temperature scanning. The passenger may be required to undergo additional tests.
All passengers must provide proof of accommodation in an approved establishment for the entire period of stay and must show booking vouchers at Immigration on entry. (Visitors should consult the Seychelles Tourism website for the list of approved establishments and any additional advice.)
From the month of August, visitors are permitted to stay in not more than 2 different approved establishments in the first 7 days.
To ensure the safety of staff and visitors, all persons at tourism establishments are monitored daily for signs of illness by the Health and Safety Officer or designated person.
All tourism establishments have set up measures to increase vigilance, enhance hygiene and social and physical distancing. Visitors are required to follow the guidance of the management and staff. (See also Guide for Visitors published by the Department of Tourism)
Any illness must be reported immediately to the management of the establishment, who will provide appropriate guidance.

Seychellois Travellers and Persons holding Resident Permit

All Seychellois and persons holding resident permit who have spent at least 14 days in a permitted country immediately prior to travel may enter Seychelles and can stay in their own homes under passive surveillance for up to 14 days after arrival. (See also Guide for residents entering Seychelles published by the Department of Health).
Seychellois and persons holding resident permit currently in high risk countries may apply to enter Seychelles (application form is available on the Department of Health website and should be submitted to [email protected] ) and, if permitted to enter, will be required to undergo facility-based quarantine for a 14 day period and COVID-9 PCR tests at their cost.
The following additional conditions will apply:
All passengers must have proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test that is 72 hours or less prior to boarding the flight to Seychelles.
Exit screening must have been conducted by all incoming passengers.
Seychellois and persons holding resident permit in Seychelles are strongly advised not to travel overseas until further notice. Any person who disregards this advise should note that re-entry into Seychelles will be subject to the conditions above. Where the travel itinerary will require that the person undergoes quarantine on return to Seychelles, the full cost of quarantine and testing must be paid prior to travel.
Where the Public Health Authority believes that a person may be at increased risk of infection during their travel, the person will be required to undergo facility-based quarantine and testing at their cost.
Persons travelling and subsequently requiring quarantine should note that the period of quarantine is subject to Employment regulations with regards to annual or unpaid leave.

Entry by GOP Holders and dependents

Permission to enter by GOP Holders and dependents will first be cleared by Employment and Immigration. Conditions for their travel and entry will be similar to those of Seychellois as defined above.
Accommodation for the returning GOP Holder must be approved by the Public Health Authority.

Entry by sea

Visitors may apply for entry by sea (application form is available on the Department of Health website and should be submitted to [email protected] )
Approval will be conditional on the assessment of risks at the ports visited in the past 30 days prior to application, and the vessel spending at least 21 days at sea from the last port of call before entry into Seychelles.
Disembarkation of any crew or passengers will be authorized after review of daily temperature and health checks recorded over the the last 14 days prior to arrival. The records should be submitted to Port Health office ( [email protected] or [email protected] ).

List of Countries from which visitors are permitted in Seychelles:

Responsible for giving visibility to the Department through its website, Press Releases and social media platforms, and coordinate with Seychelles Diplomatic Missions abroad in the promotion of Seychelles Foreign Policy in their respective jurisdictions. She is also responsible for preparing and supervising the production of promotional videos and writing and editing of in-house newsletters.

THE CONSTITUTIONAL APPOINTMENTS AUTHORITY

APPOINTMENT OF ATTORNEY-GENERAL

A vacancy exists for the position of Attorney-General in the Republic of Seychelles.

Applications are invited from persons who are qualified under Article 76, read in conjunction with Article 126, of the Constitution of Seychelles, for appointment as Attorney-General.

A person shall hold office as Attorney-General for a term of not more than seven years and is eligible for reappointment at the end of a term of office.

The Attorney-General shall during his or her term in office be the principal legal adviser to the Government.

The salary, allowances and gratuity payable to the Attorney-General, shall be those as prescribed under the Constitutional Appointees Emoluments Act.

All remunerations are subjected to statutory deductions.

It is recommended that applicants visit the CAA’s website:www.caaseychelles.com in particular the CAA Rules and Guidelines on the Selection and Appointment of Constitutional Appointees (Other than Judicial Officers).

Signed applications,detailed CVs, educational and professional certificates, two recent references, a character certificate and a passport-size photograph should be forwarded by e-mail to [email protected] addressed to the Office of the Chairman, the Constitutional Appointments Authority on or before Friday 30th August 2024 .

Applicants should also identify two of the most significant cases/achievements in their legal career and attach copies of the final judgments where applicable.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

For any queries, please telephone: +248 4322504/432399.

Responsible for the following countries falling under the Americas:

Antigua and Barbuda
Dominican Republic
El Salvador
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Vincent and the
Trinidad and Tobago
United States of America

Responsible for the following countries falling under Europe:

Bosnia and Herzegovina
Czech Republic
Republic of Moldova
Russian Federation
Switzerland
The Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia Turkey
United Kingdom

Responsible for the following countries falling under India and the Indian Ocean:

Burkina Faso
Central African Republic
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Côte d’Ivoire
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Equatorial Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Sao Tome and Principe
Sierra Leone
South Africa
South Sudan

Responsible for the following countries falling under Africa and the Indian Ocean:

France + La Reunion
Swaziland (Eswatini)
United Republic of Tanzania

Responsible for the following countries falling under the Middle East, Asia and Pacific:

New Zealand-Cook Island)
Turkmenistan
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Provides support to the Regional Security and Maritime Affairs Section.

Desk officer for United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)

Responsible for Africa.

Responsible for Middle East, Asia and Head Office.

Ms. Beryl Samson

Ms. Samson was on 22 June 1971, Victoria, Mahe

She graduated from the Murdoch University (Economics and Business Studies), Perth, Western Australia in 1997 where she obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Economics (BSc) – Economics.

Following her graduation, she attended short courses in various fields such as Environmental Economics, Public Economics, Information Technology, Cross Cultural Phycology, Accounting and Marketing, Diplomacy, Trade Negotiations, Economic Planning and Management.

She started her career as an Economist with the Ministry of External Relations on 19 April 1999. She was promoted to the position of Senior Economist on 1 June 2001 and remained in that position until 17 January 2007. From then, she became Director of Economic Planning and later Director of International Cooperation until she assumed the position of Director General of the Department of Development and Regional Integration on 15 September 2008. On 20 June 2011 she was posted to the Embassy of Seychelles to the Kingdom of Belgium in the position of Minister Counsellor. On 15 August she returned to headquarters to take up the position of Principal Counsellor in the Office of the Principal Secretary and Advisor to the Department of Development and Regional Integration and Deputy to the National Authorizing Officer to the European Union (EU).

She was appointed Ambassador on 9 August 2016.

Following her appointment, she was posted to New York and assumed the position of Deputy Permanent Representative – Permanent Mission of the Republic of Seychelles to the United Nations. She was accredited as Ambassador of the Republic of Seychelles to the Kingdom of Belgium on 26 May 2018.

Ambassador Samson enjoys reading, sports, travel, arts and fashion, music, and she loves nature.

Mrs. Lalatiana Accouche

Mrs. Accouche was born on 23 December 1964.

Accouche’ s career in the Seychelles diplomatic service spans over 30 years. It started in June 1991 after she completed her studies in the field of Social Sciences in Cuba and joined the Seychelles Foreign Ministry as Economic Cooperation Officer, being responsible for various bilateral dossiers. She also followed diplomatic training in various countries such as Spain, Mexico, Egypt, South Africa and China.

In January 2010, after having occupied different posts which allowed her to look after most of the bilateral and multilateral dossiers of the Ministry, she was appointed Diplomatic Attaché heading the then newly established unit within the Principal Secretary Secretariat, with the responsibilities of ensuring a productive interaction between the headquarters and all Seychelles Diplomatic Missions abroad, and also coordinating the activities of about eighty Honorary Consuls who were representing Seychelles all over the world at that time. From September 2013 to August 2017, she was posted to the Seychelles High Commission in London, United Kingdom, in the capacity of Deputy Head of Mission/Principal Counsellor. During her posting, she was also acting as Seychelles Assistant Permanent Representative to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO). On her return from London, she was deployed, in October 2017, to the then newly opened Seychelles Embassy in Havana, Cuba, where she served as Deputy Head of Mission/Principal Counsellor for a period of three months before taking over the full command of the Mission as Chargé d’ Affairs a.i .

In May 2019, she was appointed Ambassador.

Following her appointment, she was accredited as the second resident Ambassador of Seychelles to the Republic of Cuba. She was also concurrently accredited to Jamaica, Mexico and Nicaragua among the 30 countries of the Latin America and Caribbean regions and regional organisations falling under Havana jurisdiction.

After the closure of the Seychelles Embassy in Havana as result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Ambassador Accouche was based at headquarters and assigned specific duties. She will take up her new responsibilities as Seychelles High Commissioner to the Republic of India following her accreditation to the Head of State.

She is fluent in five languages. She enjoys reading, gardening, and travelling.

Mr. Ian Madeleine

Mr. Madeleine was born on 15 April 1985 in Victoria, Seychelles.

In 2008 he attended Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia, where he later graduated with a Bachelor in Secondary Education (Social Science) in 2009. In 2013 Mr. Madeleine pursued an International Master of Public Administration with the Tsinghua University in Beijing, focusing on foreign policy.

He began his professional career in the Ministry of Education as a teacher in 2007 after completing his Diploma in Secondary Education, with specialization in Social Science. After graduating he returned to the teaching profession until he transferred to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 2011 as a Third Secretary in the Consular Affairs Section of the Protocol, Treaties and Consular Affairs Division. In that capacity, he managed the consular services of the Ministry including the appointment of Honorary Consuls.

After obtaining his Master’s degree, he was promoted to Second Secretary in the International Relations Division of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and was assigned the Western Europe desk. From 2015 to 2017 he served at the Embassy of Seychelles in Paris, France, as a Second Secretary and assisted the serving Ambassador with Seychelles’ representation to those countries and international organizations under the mission’s jurisdiction, including UNESCO, OIF, OECD, IAEA, FAO. He also served as Charge d’Affaires a.i. at the Embassy in 2017. Mr. Madeleine returned to Seychelles in 2017 after having been promoted to Director of Protocol, and becoming responsible for State Protocol. In 2019 he was appointed as Director for Maritime Affairs, and was tasked with setting up a newly created section within the Ministry, mandated to develop cooperation in the maritime domain and consolidating Seychelles’ leadership role in maritime security. In 2021 he assumed the position of Director for Regional Affairs, overseeing the Regional Security and Maritime Affairs section.

He was appointed as Ambassador on 17 June 2021. He is currently accredited to the United States of America and the United Nations as Seychelles Permanent Representative.

Mrs. Anne Lafortune

Mrs. Lafortune was born on 8 April 1961 in Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia.

She completed her studies at the University of Edith Cowan in Australia and Bristol University in the UK.

She started her career in education. She was formally the Director of the Seychelles Polytechnic and later took the position of Director General for Technical and Further Education of the Ministry of Education. She became the Principal Secretary for Health and Social Development in 2007. She has also occupied the position of Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles Institute of Management and the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Officers’ Ethics Commission.

In 2013 she was appointed as the Principal Secretary for Tourism in the then Ministry of Tourism and Culture, a position that she maintained until her recent appointment as Ambassador. She has participated actively in a number of tourism-related conferences, meetings and workshops both regionally and internationally including the Global Conference on Sustainable Blue Economy and the International Island Tourism Conference (ITTCS). She was the focal point for two major international tourism organisations namely, the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) where she represented her country. She was also a member of the SADC Senior Officials Committee responsible for tourism and the Indian Ocean Vanilla Islands Tourism Association.

On the local front, Mrs. Lafortune participated on a number of Government boards including Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority, Seychelles Investment Board, Seychelles Licensing Authority and Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation.

She was appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Seychelles on 17 June 2021. She is currently based in Beijing, China.

Oversees the daily operations of the Protocol Unit and tasked with ensuring that privileges and immunities accorded to members of the Diplomatic Missions, Consular Posts and offices of International Organisations are in line with relevant international conventions and practices, relevant Agreements and local Laws and Policies.

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Contact Group on Piracy off the coast of Somalia (CGPCS)

Responsible for the processing of documents requiring authentication and/ or legalization and provides administrative assistance to the Division.

Responsible to provide guidance to the public in relation to Diplomatic and Official passports and to coordinate all matters regarding the arrest and detention of Seychellois citizens abroad and of visitors in Seychelles.

Responsible to provide consular assistance to Seychellois travelling abroad and to visitors in distress in Seychelles.

Also facilitates the visa process for government officials on overseas missions and provides information on visa requirements to Seychellois travelling abroad.

Responsible to promote the interest of Seychelles nationals abroad, engage and interact with them, facilitate their queries and provide the necessary guidance in connecting further with Seychelles.

Responsible to coordinate all matters regarding Seychelles Honorary Consuls such as, the appointment process of new Honorary Consuls, compilation and analysis of progress reports submitted by Honorary Consuls on the work they are doing in their respective jurisdiction or on specific projects they are undertaking, among others.

Also coordinates the appointment process of Honorary Consuls of Foreign States.

Johnette Stephen

Principal Counsellor

Gervais Moumou was born on 29 September 1982 in Victoria, Mahe, Seychelles.

Mr. Moumou graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education and Sports from the Escuela de Educación Física y Deporte in Havana, Cuba, in 2008. In 2019, he obtained a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of Leicester, United Kingdom. He also has a Diploma in Diplomacy, which he obtained from the Diplomatic Institute of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Portugal.

On 1 March 2021, he was promoted to the position of Chief of Protocol with additional responsibility for Public Diplomacy, a unit dedicated to promote Seychelles’ Foreign Policy and increase the Department’s and the country’s visibility locally and internationally.

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Gervais Moumou

Chief of Protocol

Portfolio responsibility

Ambassador of Seychelles to the United States of America and Permanent Representative of Seychelles to the United Nations

He is married and has two children.

Mr. Conrad Mederic

Mr. Mederic was born on 24 April 1966, in Victoria, Seychelles.

He graduated from the University of New Delhi, India in 1991 where he obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science.

His professional life commenced at the Ministry of External Relations, Republic of Seychelles as a Trainee Third Secretary which was then followed by an 8-year stint, until 2007, as First Secretary with responsibility for South Asia, South- East Asia, G-77, NAM and with sectoral responsibilities for Trade, Industries and Investment. From there onwards, he served as Director General for Bilateral Affairs under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for a period of two years, taking over duties as Director General for Protocol, Treaties and Consular Affairs from 2009 until 2011.

Mr. Mederic was also a member of the board of the Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA), and briefly occupied the post of Interim Chairman from March to August 2011.

In July 2011, he was posted to the High Commission of Seychelles in Pretoria, South Africa as Principal Counsellor. In 2014 he was mandated to establish the first Seychelles High Commission in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

He was appointed Ambassador in December 2016. Following this appointment, he was posted to Colombo, Sri Lanka and was accredited on 28 June 2017. He ended his tour of duty in Sri Lanka in January 2021 and was assigned responsibilities at headquarters until his posting in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 30 October 2021. He was accredited as Ambassador of Seychelles to the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. He was also accredited to the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) on 6 May 2022 and the African Union Commission (AUC) on 20 May 2022

His hobbies include exploring foreign cultures, following international events, and he is also an avid reader.

A family man at heart, Mr. Mederic is the father of three children and currently resides in Seychelles.

Mr. Kenneth Jacques Gervais Racombo was born on the 3 January 1977 in Victoria, Mahe, Seychelles.

He attended Seychelles Polytechnic between 1994 and 1996 where he obtained his O levels and A levels from the University of Cambridge, United Kingdom. He spent four years in Mauritius where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Réduit in 2002. He holds two Master’s degrees, one in Strategic Management from the Institute of Public Administration, National University of Ireland in 2009, and another in Diplomatic Studies from the University of Pretoria, South Africa in 2014.

He started his career at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 1997 in the International Cooperation and Regional Integration division as an Economist. In June 2008, he was posted to the Seychelles High Commission in Pretoria for three years. Upon his return to Seychelles in 2011, he was promoted to Director in the Development and Regional Integration division of the same ministry. One year into the post, he was promoted to Director General, a post he held for five years. In May 2017, he worked for the SADC Regional Tourism Organization of Southern Africa in South Africa, heading the Resource Mobilization and Development, and soon became the acting Chief Executive Officer of the latter. In 2019, he was appointed as Principal Secretary of the Department of Blue Economy. A post that he held until he was appointed Ambassador on 12 December 2022.

He is interested in international politics, economic diplomacy and volleyball.

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Mrs. Patsy Moustache

Ag. High Commissioner of Seychelles in the United Kingdom

High Commission of the Republic of Seychelles Ground Floor, 130-132 Buckingham Palace Road London SWlW 9SA, England, United Kingdom Tel: +44 [O] 20 773 020 46 Email: [email protected]

Jacques Belle

Principal Counsellor/Ministre Conseiller

Ambassade des Seychelles 51 Avenue Mozart, 75016, Paris, France Tel: [+33 1] 42 30 57 47 Email : [email protected]

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