Africa
Seychelles
- Capital
- Victoria
- Population
- 122,730
- Currency
- Seychellois Rupee (SCR)
- Calling code
- +248
- Languages
- English, French
- 11missions
- 6embassies
- 3consulates
- 2honorary consulates
Seychelles
Embassies and consulates in the Seychelles
embassies in Victoria
The Seychelles hosts 11 foreign missions from 11 countries: 6 embassies, 3 consulates and 2 honorary consulates. All 6 embassies are in the capital, Victoria.
Map
All missions in Seychelles
By country
Visa rules for the Seychelles
Seychelles visa guide · 7 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 197 can enter visa-free and 1 is not admitted for the Seychelles.
Visa statistics
US visas issued to citizens of Seychelles
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 146 | 103 |
| Student (F, M) | 12 | 18 |
| Exchange (J) | 9 | 8 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 2 | 3 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 23 | 17 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 63 | 51 |
| Total | 255 | 200 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 7.6% | 13.2% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 200 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Seychelles, the 183rd highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 52%, diplomatic and official visas 26% and student visas 9%. That is 22% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (255).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Seychelles received 46, 28% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 13.2% for citizens of Seychelles in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 7.6%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
The Seychelles’ own missions abroad
Seychelles’ embassies abroad (34)
In the other direction, the Seychelles runs 34 missions in 24 countries. Its largest networks are in Germany (4), France (4), Australia (2), Belgium (2) and the United Kingdom (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Seychelles
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The Feast of the Immaculate Conception
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Christmas Day
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New Year's Day
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New Year Holiday
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 6 embassies are in the capital, Victoria.
Travel advice for the Seychelles
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to the Seychelles: the US State Department rates the Seychelles at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 8 December 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to the Seychelles (updated 23 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for the Seychelles (updated 13 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for the Seychelles?
Of 198 passports, 197 can enter visa-free and 1 is not admitted for the Seychelles; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in the Seychelles closed?
On the Seychelles’ public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is The Feast of the Immaculate Conception on Tuesday 8 December 2026.