Do I need a visa to Seychelles?

Tiny islands, full of lush greenery and surrounded by a picturesque ocean - Seychelles seem to many to be a real Paradise on earth. Getting there is not at all difficult. If you are planning a vacation on one of the land areas of the Republic of Seychelles, be sure to read our article so as not to encounter unexpected problems when crossing the border. And then immediately rush to buy plane tickets and book a hotel room .

Do you need a visa for Seychelles?

Belarusians who plan to spend up to 30 days in the Seychelles do not need to apply for a visa in advance. But before the flight, it is necessary to fill out an electronic declaration, on the basis of which an electronic entry permit is issued. And after landing at the airport on the territory of the islands, a special service employee will put an entry stamp in the passport.

Entry rules to Seychelles

The instructions are quite simple, but everything needs to be done on time. It is also important to purchase air tickets to Seychelles and book accommodation in advance .

How to obtain an entry permit to Seychelles?

To obtain an entry permit, you must first complete an electronic declaration to Seychelles. This is done on the official portal of the country's government in the electronic border system - seychelles.govtas.com. The timing is important: begin registration no earlier than 72 hours and no later than one hour before departure.

How to fill out the Seychelles entry permit?

To fill out, you will need several documents:

• Valid passport;
• Selfie;
• Confirmation of airline or cruise reservations;
• Hotel booking confirmation;
• Credit or debit card.

Open the required tab on the portal's main page or in the mobile app and follow the instructions. You can check the declaration status here after filling it out.

How to pay for the Seychelles entry permit?

To complete the entry permit application after filling out the declaration, you will need to pay for this service online using a card. The cost depends on the time remaining before departure.

Registration from 72 to nine hours before departure - 30€. The application will be reviewed and approved within 9 hours.

Registration from 8 to one hour before departure - 70€. The application is reviewed and the permit is issued within an hour.

Actions after landing

After payment, the tourist receives an electronic entry permit. Print it out or save it on your phone to show when check-in for the flight begins, as well as to the Seychelles service staff upon landing. Other documents will also be required:

• Passport (valid for six months after the end of the trip);
• Return ticket or ticket to another country;
• Completed migration card;
• Hotel reservation or tourist voucher.
• They also sometimes check for the availability of funds ($150 for one tourist).

After checking all the documents, an entry stamp will be put in your passport and you will be able to enjoy your vacation on the islands. And you will find cheap plane tickets and the best hotels in Seychelles on TravelHub.