The Seychelles Tourist Permit process for Indian passport holders

1. Eligibility & Core Requirements

• Confirmation that Indian passport holders receive a Visitor’s Permit on arrival and do not need a pre-arranged visa.

• Passport criteria: issued within the last 10 years; valid for at least six months from entry; at least two blank visa pages.

• Permitted purpose: tourism, leisure, or visiting friends/family only; work, business, study, settlement, or migration prohibited.

• Requirement to demonstrate strong ties to India (employment, property, family), clear intent to return, and good character (no serious criminal or immigration violations).

2. Document Checklist & Required Evidence

• Valid passport with required validity and blank pages.

• Confirmed onward or return flight ticket.

• Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or host invitation with ID).

• Proof of sufficient funds (cash, traveler’s cheques, or recent bank statements showing at least USD 150–163 per day).

• Completed Travel Authorization (TA) form submitted online before departure (mandatory).

• Recommended: travel insurance.

• Minors: notarized parental consent and supporting documents.

3. Permitted vs. Prohibited Activities

• Permitted: tourism, leisure, visiting friends/family, cultural or unpaid short-term events.

• Prohibited: paid work, business activities, long-term study, religious residency, settlement, migration, or overstaying.

4. Recent Policy & Process Updates (2025)

• Mandatory online Travel Authorization application prior to departure.

• Visitor’s Permit on arrival valid for 30 days, extendable up to 12 months through immigration authorities.

• Enhanced entry checks on documents, funds, accommodation, and onward travel.

• Early TA submission and document preparation advised for smooth entry.

5. Application Submission Workflow

• Apply online for TA and retain a copy.

• Present passport, accommodation and flight proof, TA, and funds evidence at immigration on arrival.

• Receive Visitor’s Permit and verify details.

• Apply for extensions locally if needed.

6. Role & Value of Professional Visa Service Providers (JKVTravel.com)

• Pre-screen eligibility and guide clients to gather accurate documents and submit TA online.

• Review and organize paperwork to avoid errors and omissions.

• Provide timely updates and assist with extensions or reapplications.

• Streamline the process, reduce client stress, and improve readiness while clarifying that final permit issuance rests solely with Seychelles immigration and cannot be guaranteed or expedited by any service.