Seychelles Visa and Travel News

Middle East tensions and surge in ETA applications: Seychelles prioritize imminent travelers

March 17, 2026

In response to air travel disruptions linked to the conflict in the Middle East and an unusually high volume of ETA applications, Seychelles is temporarily adjusting the management of its electronic travel authorization system.

Seychelles: electronic travel authorisation extended to sea arrivals

November 5, 2024

Previously exempt from the electronic travel authorisation requirement, travelers arriving in Seychelles by boat or cruise ship must now apply for an ETA before entering the archipelago. As expected, Seychelles is changing its entry formalities for passengers entering the country by sea. Until recently, only passengers arriving in Seychelles by

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