Seychelles Visa for Indians: Travel Authorisation & Entry
Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders
Indian passport holders do not need a Seychelles visa, but must obtain approved Electronic Travel Authorisation before departure. A visitor permit for an initial stay of up to 3 months is issued on arrival when entry conditions are met.
Guide updated: 8 October 2026
Key Information
Key Requirements
- Passport valid through your stay and until arrival back in your country of origin or residence
- Approved Electronic Travel Authorisation before departure
- Valid return or onward ticket
- Confirmed accommodation and correct address in Seychelles
- Sufficient funds: minimum US$150 or equivalent per day
Step-by-Step Application Process
- 1
Prepare your passport, traveller photo, trip details and accommodation information
- 2
Apply through the official Seychelles Electronic Border System before departure; published government guidance differs on whether applications open 10 or 30 days before travel, so follow the live form
- 3
Answer the health and customs questions, pay the applicable charge and obtain approval before departure
- 4
Present your passport, authorisation, return/onward ticket, accommodation and funds evidence at entry
- 5
Check the stay actually granted on your visitor permit
Documents Required
- Passport valid until you arrive back in your country of origin or residence
- Approved Travel Authorisation
- Return or onward ticket
- Confirmed accommodation
- Evidence of at least US$150 or equivalent per day
- Travel insurance: Tourism's published November 2022 notice requires cover for COVID-related costs; confirm current cover conditions during your Travel Authorisation application
Pro Tips
- Use the official portal linked by Immigration and keep your approved authorisation accessible
- Plan proof of funds around the published daily minimum, not a suggested holiday budget
- Keep accommodation addresses accurate and notify Immigration if your address changes
Important Notes
- • Visa exemption does not remove the requirement for approved Travel Authorisation before departure
- • The initial visitor permit allows up to 3 months; admission is subject to immigration checks
- • Extensions may be granted in periods of up to 3 months, to a maximum total of 12 months, while all visitor conditions continue to be met
- • Extensions beyond the initial 3 months cost SCR 5,000 for each additional 3-month period or part thereof
- • The visitor must not be a prohibited immigrant or already hold a valid permit entitling residence in Seychelles
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Best Time to Apply
Check the live Travel Authorisation form before departure and allow time for approval; government guidance differs on whether applications open 10 or 30 days before travel
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