Seychelles Travel Authorisation

Who Can Apply for the Seychelles TA?

The Seychelles TA is necessary for passengers from all countries around the world, including Seychelles citizens, who must submit it before each arrival and departure.

Seychelles Travel Authorisation covers tourism, business, family visits, and transit, and travelers do not need to additionally apply for a visa if pursuing only these purposes.

Both adults and minors, regardless of age, need a TA to enter Seychelles.

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Seychelles TA Requirements

To complete the Seychelles Travel Authorisation, travelers must upload certain documents:

• Passport valid for at least 6 months of arrival
• Recent photo of the applicant's face
• Airline or cruise booking confirmation
• Accommodation booking confirmation
• Letter of invitation (from a family member/friend, if visiting them)

Additionally, if a visitor is traveling to Seychelles from a country with a high risk of rabies or yellow fever epidemic outbreak, they may be required to provide certificates of vaccination against these diseases.

What is the Seychelles TA?

The Seychelles Travel Authorisation is a digital document issued by the government, allowing tourists, business visitors, or transit travelers to enter Seychelles.

The Seychelles TA must be completed by all people traveling to the country by air and sea. It helps authorities to make pre-travel assessments and screening of visitors, enhancing security.

TA holders can use the document to enter Seychelles only once; for the next visit, a new form is required. It usually allows a stay for up to 90 days.

The travel authorisation must be submitted within 30 days of departure. Visitors need to fill out the form, provide the necessary documents, and cover the fee.

The approved Seychelles TA is delivered as a PDF file to the applicant's email address.

You can use the Passporta website to complete the Seychelles authorisation – our interface is user-friendly, and we offer verification of your information by experienced specialists.

IMPORTANT: If the visitor's passport expires, the linked Seychelles Travel Authorisation also becomes invalid.

How to Apply for a Seychelles TA?

When using Passporta, the travel authorisation for Seychelles is completed online and doesn't take much time if the documentation is already prepared.

Passengers just need to follow the simple steps below:

1. Fill out the form, providing personal, contact, travel, and health information.
2. Attach the required documentation in a digital form.
3. Make the payment using available online methods.
4. Wait for processing, which usually takes a few business days.

Once approved, the TA to Seychelles is sent via email – it arrives as a PDF document.

NOTE: Processing delays may occur, so don't wait last minute to apply – make sure there's enough time left before the travel date.

Seychelles TA Validity and Period of Stay

The Seychelles TA is valid for a single entry and expires once its holder leaves the country. Normally, it covers a stay for up to 90 days.

The travel authorisation is electronically linked to the applicant's passport, which means that it expires immediately with the passport. If a document becomes invalid or its data changes, travelers must leave Seychelles as soon as possible.

Seychelles TA – Processing Time

Applications for a Seychelles TA are usually processed within several business days. However, visitors must apply for travel authorisation within 30 days of travel dates.

Note that factors such as incomplete or incorrect information/documentation or technical issues may cause delays.

Seychelles TA – Sample

Look at the sample of the Seychelles Travel Authorisation to know exactly what the approved document will look like:

Seychelles TA Rejection Reasons

The travel authorisation for Seychelles might get denied based on several reasons. Review them carefully and try to avoid them where possible:

• Expired passport (less than 6 months validity)
• Mistakes/errors/mismatches in the information
• Lack of mandatory documents
• Criminal record
• Previous visa violations

To maximize chances for approval, it is recommended to learn the Seychelles TA requirements and gather all the necessary documents, making sure they don't have errors or omissions.

If you apply through Passporta, our experts will additionally check your form according to the authorities' standards.

FAQs

• Do I need a Seychelles TA to transit through Seychelles?

  Yes, in order to transit through Seychelles, travelers must have a travel authorisation submitted within 30 days before the trip.

• Do children need a TA for Seychelles?

  Yes, the Seychelles Travel Authorisation is mandatory for any traveler, including children, to enter the country.

• How can I check my Seychelles TA status?

  You are able to review the progress of the Seychelles Travel Authorisation by using our status checker of logging into your account.

• Do I need to print my Seychelles TA?

  Even though the Seychelles TA is digitally connected to the applicant's passport, it's best to prepare a paper copy in case of technical issues.

• What should I do if my Seychelles TA is not approved?

  If your Seychelles TA is rejected, contact our support team as soon as possible – we will discuss the reason for denial and what you may do to apply anew.

• How long does it take to process a Seychelles TA?

  Most Seychelles TA applications are processed within several working days. Still, to avoid delays, apply for a travel authorisation well in advance.

• How will I receive my Seychelles TA after approval?

  The Seychelles TA is sent in the form of a PDF document. Check the email address for approval.

• Can I work in Seychelles with a TA?

  No. Employment in Seychelles under a TA is not allowed. Get a proper visa/permit before any work-related visits.

• How to avoid mistakes in the Seychelles TA application form?

  To eliminate errors in the form for a Seychelles Travel Authorisation, double-check each field and review the necessary documents for mismatches.

• How long can I stay in Seychelles with a TA?

  In most cases, the TA holders can stay in Seychelles for up to 90 days. Follow the recommendations of authorities upon arrival.