COVID-19 Precautionary Measures in Seychelles (9 June Update)

Can a resident enter the country?

• Yes

• Citizens and residents are allowed to enter Seychelles.

Can a foreigner enter the country?

• Yes with exceptions

• Most foreigners are allowed to enter Seychelles.

• Travellers from Nepal, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, South Africa, and Brazil may enter only if they have stayed in another country for at least 14 days prior to entry to Seychelles and present a certificate for a negative PCR test performed within 72 hours before departure. However, they must provide proof of their 14-day stay in another country.

• Foreign travellers from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh are not permitted to enter Seychelles without proof of COVID-19 vaccination certificates. Travellers will only be permitted entry after completing the full two doses and a minimum of two weeks have passed after their final dose. The certificate must be uploaded on the designated platform for the Health Travel Authorisation. Seychelles citizens and permanent residents are exempt from the travel ban and are permitted to enter the country subject to meeting the testing and quarantine requirements on arrival.

• UAE and Seychelles have established a travel corridor through which all fully vaccinated travellers from UAE can enter and are not required to enter quarantine upon arrival.

• All visitors must apply for entry through the Health Travel Authorization platform at www.seychelles.govtas.com. This health authorization will be required at check-in, and travellers will not be allowed to board their flight without it.

• Visitors travelling by sea may enter Seychelles but will require prior approval of health authorities.

Is transit allowed through the country?

• Yes

• Transit is allowed. Travellers with connecting domestic flights to other islands should remain in the airport terminals until the departure of their flight. They may stay overnight in a certified establishment if their connecting flight is the following day.

Is a test required on arrival?

• No with exceptions

• Visitors will have a health check, such as temperature screening, symptom checks, document checks, prior to border security screening. Random testing may be conducted upon arrival.

Test certificate required?

• Yes

• All travellers entering Seychelles must have a certificate for a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours before departure. Only test results that mention the method of testing used (RT-PCR) are accepted. Rapid antigen tests are NOT accepted at this time.

Is quarantine required on arrival?

• No with exceptions

• Travellers from the allowed countries are not required to quarantine but are required to have a certificate for a negative PCR test performed within 72 hours before departure to Seychelles.

• Citizens and legal residents of Seychelles (including Gainful Occupational Permit holders) arriving in Seychelles with valid proof of vaccination are not required to enter quarantine on arrival. The traveller will be considered fully vaccinated only two weeks after taking the required doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine.

• Citizens and residents of Seychelles arriving from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Brazil, Nepal, and South Africa, will need to enter a 10-day institutional quarantine with a PCR test performed on day 7.

• Unvaccinated citizens and legal residents of Seychelles, (including Gainful Occupational Permit holders), must quarantine at home for seven days on arrival in Seychelles with a PCR test performed on day 5.

• UAE and Seychelles have established a travel corridor through which all fully vaccinated travellers from UAE can enter and are not required to go through quarantine.

• Any visitor who tests positive for COVID-19 may undergo isolation or quarantine as per National Health protocols.

• Based on the above restrictions, arriving travellers will either be exempted from quarantine or required to enter quarantine for a maximum of 10 days, depending on their vaccination status and travel history.

Is a vaccination required?

• No with exceptions

• Visitors from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh are not permitted to enter Seychelles without proof of COVID-19 vaccination certificates. Travellers will only be permitted entry after a minimum of two weeks have passed since they receive their final dose of vaccination against COVID-19. The certificates need to be uploaded on the designated platform for Health Travel Authorisation.

• UAE and Seychelles have established a travel corridor through which all fully vaccinated travellers from UAE can enter. These travellers must have a vaccination certificate.

Insurance required?

• Yes

• All visitors must have valid travel health insurance to cover potential COVID-19 related costs (isolation, quarantine, and treatment).

Entry form required?

• Yes

• Travellers from approved countries must provide full details of accommodation and present booking vouchers if asked by the immigration desk when disembarking.

• All arrivals will need to complete the Health Travel Authorization form at least 72 hours prior to departure to Seychelles. When completing the form, travellers will also be required to submit proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test, itinerary, return airfare, and proof of accommodation.

• Travellers arriving from India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan must submit their vaccination certificates while applying for Health Travel authorization.

• The Travel Authorization must remain valid for one day after scheduled arrival. The Travel Authorization form can be retrieved here and verified here.

Airline restrictions

• Minimal

• Seychelles International Airport is open for commercial international flights.

• Domestic flights are operating.

• Face masks are mandatory when boarding internal flights.

Border restrictions

• Moderate

• Borders are open with some restrictions.

• Cruise ships are not allowed to dock until further notice.

• Travellers arriving by sea vessels, apply by email to [email protected] for the Health Travel Authorisation. Travellers by sea will need valid travel and health insurance to cover potential COVID-19 related costs.

• Travellers arriving by sea must have spent at least 14 days at sea from the last port of call. All crew and passengers should be without symptoms of COVID-19 during this period. There is no need for a PCR test on arrival or on Day 5. If travellers want to disembark before the completion of 14 days from the last port of call, they must have proof of completed COVID-19 vaccination or have a COVID-19 test at their own expense on arrival with a negative test result.

• Exit PCR testing is not required by Seychelles authorities; however, a PCR test might be required by the airline or the destination country.

Curfew restrictions

• Moderate

• A curfew is in place from 23:00 to 04:00 (local time).

Social restrictions

• Moderate

• COVID-19 restrictions across the country are extended until further notice.

• People found violating social distancing measures may be fined or imprisoned.

• Gatherings of more than four people are not allowed indoors and outdoors including on beaches and any other public beaches.

Internal travel restrictions

• Minimal

• Masks are required.

• Inter-island public transport has resumed. The use of public buses may be prohibited for tourists.

• Those providing essential services are allowed to travel on the Seychelles ferry service.

Non-essential shops open?

• Yes

• Shops are allowed to open until 19:00 (local time) every day.

Accommodations open?

• Yes

• Some accommodations are open. Visitors must ensure that they stay in licensed and certified accommodation establishments during their entire stay in the destination. Travellers may check the www.tourism.gov.sc for a list of certified accommodations.

Restaurants open?

• Yes

• Restaurants are allowed to reopen with adherence to health guidelines.

Bars and cafes open?

• Yes

• Bars are open until 19:00 (local time).

Beaches and tourism sites open?

• Yes

• Groups of no more than two people may visit the beach together, provided they are from the same household.

Places of worship open?

• Yes

• Indoor religious services are allowed.

Events allowed?

• No

• Parties, in-person meetings, conferences, sporting events, and weddings are banned.

Masks required in public?

• Yes

• Face masks are mandatory in all public places.

The COVID-19 epidemic is constantly changing worldwide. Travel and border restrictions may change with little or no notice. Airlines may have their own requirements for testing, masking, and distancing. It is recommended that travellers carry a supply of face masks since the requirement can vary by location. It is recommended that travellers practise social distancing, maintain a 6-foot distance with other individuals and avoid crowded areas. Check with your airline, booking agent, or country's embassy for information on your specific travel plans.