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Seychelles Visa for United Kingdom Citizens 2026

Visa Free

UK citizens do not need a visa for Seychelles - a free Visitor's Permit is issued on arrival, typically valid for up to 90 days.

Guide last updated October 7, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for the duration of the intended stay
  • A return or onward ticket
  • Confirmed accommodation booking, which immigration may ask to see
  • Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay
  • A completed visitor's permit application, often done online in advance via the Seychelles immigration portal before travel, or on arrival
  • Travel health insurance is recommended

Visa types

  • Visitor's Permit - the sole entry category for tourism, issued free on arrival or pre-approved online, valid for an initial period of up to 90 days and extendable up to a maximum total stay (commonly up to 1 year with successive extensions)
  • Business visits fall under the same Visitor's Permit; separate work permits are required for employment

Entry conditions

  • Visitor's Permit stamped into the passport on arrival, typically for an initial 90 days, or less if your return ticket and accommodation cover a shorter period
  • No employment is permitted under the standard Visitor's Permit
  • Extensions can be applied for at the Department of Immigration in Victoria, Mahe, before the current permit expires
  • Travellers should carry proof of accommodation and return travel, as immigration may request these on arrival

Fees & processing time

  • Visitor's Permit on arrival: free of charge
  • Extension fees apply for permits beyond the initial period, payable in Seychelles rupees at the Immigration Department
  • Processing on arrival is immediate; pre-approval online (if used) is typically processed within a few days

Tips for United Kingdom travelers

  • Have your accommodation confirmation ready on arrival, including for each island if visiting multiple islands
  • Apply for extensions in Victoria well before the current permit expires to avoid a gap in legal status
  • Inter-island transport (flights and ferries) should be booked in advance during peak season
  • The British High Commission in Victoria provides consular support
  • Budget for the Seychelles' relatively high cost of accommodation and dining when planning funds to show on arrival

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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