Seychelles visa requirements for Thais

Travel and visa requirements

Seychellois Visa is not required for Thais

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Seychelles is on the Eastern part of the African continent. The capital city of Seychelles is Victoria.
  • Thailand citizens visiting Seychelles can get visa on arrival as a tourist and the maximum duration of stay is 30 days.
  • The document required is a valid Thailand passport, the visa issued on arrival and a return flight ticket.
  • Seychelles is blessed with deep blue waters and white sandy beaches with exotic sea life. The country is gradually becoming a famous "honeymoon" destination.
  • The main languages spoken in Seychelles are Seychellois Creole, English and French.
  • The major religion practiced in Seychelles is Christianity. Others include Islam and Hinduism.
  • The currency spent in Seychelles is known as the Seychellois Rupee.
  • There is no limit on entry and exit for foreign currency but the local currency does have an Rs2000 limit on the amount that can be brought in or taken out of the country.
  • Seychelles has a tropical climate, warm and humid with strong maritime influences. The temperature is consistently 24-32°C.
  • Seychelles Time (SCT) is 4 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time. The country does not operate Daylight Saving Time, the clock stays on standard time all year round.
  • Seychelles uses 240V, 50Hz with socket and plug Type G.
  • The required vaccines in Seychelles are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Some of the popular tourist centers to visit in Seychelles are Anse Intendance, Anse Lazio (Chevalier Bay), Baie Lazare, La Digue, and Curieuse Island Day Trip.
  • Seychelles society is essentially matriarchal, that is, mothers tend to be dominant in the household, controlling most expenditures and looking after the interests of the children
  • The time difference between Thailand and Seychelles is 3 hours. Thailand is ahead of Seychelles.
  • Operating airlines in Seychelles are Ethiopian Airlines, IndiGo, and Kenya Airways.
  • The average flight duration and distance between Thailand and Seychelles is 5,504 Km and 6 hours 42 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is credit cards accepted for payment in Seychelles?

Yes, Visa credit card and Master credit cards are accepted throughout Seychelles. Most modern shops in Seychelles accept credit cards for goods purchased.

When is the best time to visit Seychelles?

The best times to visit Seychelles are April, May, October, and November. They represent the transition times between the hot and humid northwest trade winds and the cooler southeast trade winds.

What is/are the best thing(s) I can shop for in Seychelles?

The best thing to shop for in Seychelles is the indigenous Coco De Mer. It is an iconic souvenir that can be purchased from authorized gift shops.

Is Seychelles safe to visit?

Seychelles has a low crime rate. Although, it is advisable not to walk alone especially at night and beaches. Do not change foreign currency with any individuals in public places except in banks.