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Seychelles travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Seychelles with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for the Seychelles.
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Seychelles travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to the Seychelles with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Seychelles - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Flight time✝ | 13 hours |
| Time difference | UK +4 hours |
| Language(s) | Seychelles Creole, English |
| Currency | Seychellois Rupee |
| Electricity | G plug (240V) |
| Driving side | Left |
Why visit the Seychelles?
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Seychelles tourist information
✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.
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Seychelles weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum daytime temperature °F |  84 |
84 |
 86 |
86 |
84 |
82 |
 81 |
81 |
82 |
84 |
84 |
84 |
| Hours of sunshine (daily) | ||||||||||||
| Days with some rainfall |  19 |
 14 |
14 |
 17 |
15 |
17 |
16 |
17 |
15 |
15 |
17 |
 22 |
| Sea temperature °F |  82 |
84 |
84 |
 86 |
84 |
 81 |
79 |
79 |
81 |
82 |
82 |
82 |
The Seychelles weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Mahe.
Seychelles travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting the Seychelles from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for the Seychelles - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for the Seychelles - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for the Seychelles - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for the Seychelles - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for the Seychelles - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for the Seychelles - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around the Seychelles.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Seychelles travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the Seychelles with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for the Seychelles - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for the Seychelles - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in the Seychelles - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in the Seychelles, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Seychelles travel features
Do you want to learn more about the Seychelles? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in the Seychelles.
Seychelles FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to the Seychelles including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to the Seychelles?
Seychelles is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for the Seychelles.
Check out Ministry of Health, Republic of Seychelles for more information.
What is the flight time to the Seychelles from the UK?
The flight time to the Seychelles from the UK is typically 13 hours.
Flights to the Seychelles
What is the time difference between the Seychelles and the UK?
The time difference between the Seychelles and the UK is UK time+4 hours.
What is the main language spoken in the Seychelles?
The main languages spoken in the Seychelles are Seychelles Creole and English.
Learn a language for the Seychelles with Rosetta Stone*, Busuu* and Rocket Languages*.
What is the currency in the Seychelles?
The currency in the Seychelles is the Seychellois Rupee (SCR).
Which plugs are used in the Seychelles?
Seychelles uses electrical plug type G (240 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in the Seychelles?
They drive on the left side of the road in the Seychelles.
Find out more about driving in Seychelles with International Drivers Association*.
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