Seychelles Seaman eTA
Apply online and learn about eligibility, required documents, and application procedures for seafarers.
What is Seychelles Seaman eTA?
Approved Seaman eTA
The Seychelles Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) allows seaman working on fishing vessels to enter the country legally for maritime duties.
The system is fully digital, allowing eligible seaman to apply, upload documents, and receive approval before arrival.
Who Needs a Seychelles Seaman eTA?
This eTA applies to:
- Fishing vessel crew members
- Seafarers joining or leaving a vessel in Seychelles
- Personnel working on commercial or industrial fishing operations
All crew must obtain approval before travelling to Seychelles.
Eligibility Criteria
seaman applying under this category must:
- Hold a passport issued by a country eligible for the Seychelles eTA
- Be part of a registered fishing vessel crew
- Travel for official maritime or fishing-related duties
Seychelles Seaman eTA Document Requirements
Provide clear scans of the following documents:
- Passport Bio-Data Page
- Recent passport-size photo
- Airline Booking Confirmation/ Cruise Booking Confirmation
- Accommodation booking confirmations
- Letter from the employer
- Crew Manifest (GENDEC)
- Letter from the employer
For further clarification and complete understanding, applicants must review the Seychelles eTA Requirements.
How to Apply for Seychelles Seaman eTA
Step 1
Register on the Seychelles eTA portal to access the Seychelles Seaman eTA application form.
Step 2
Begin filling out the form with the required details and select “Seaman eTA” as your eTA category.
Step 3
Upload all mandatory documents and pay the eTA fee to process your application.
Step 4
Receive your eTA approval via email and print a copy for travel.
Can I track the status of my Seychelles eTA application?
You will receive regular status updates via email and can also monitor your application using the ‘Track Application’ link on the portal.
Validity and Stay Duration
- Validity: 90 days
- Stay Duration: Up to 30 days
- Entry Type: Single entry
Note: Overstaying beyond the permitted days may result in fines or restrictions on future entries.
Processing Time and Fees
- Standard processing usually takes a few working days
- Faster processing is also available in the form of “rush” and “super rush” options for urgent applications.
Choosing faster processing will incur an additional cost, which will be added to the final Seychelles eTA cost.
Compliance with Maritime Regulations
Fishing vessel operations in Seychelles are regulated under national and international frameworks. Crew members must:
- Be properly listed on official vessel documentation
- Comply with fisheries and maritime regulations
- Follow immigration and entry requirements
Important Guidelines
- eTA approval is mandatory before arrival
- Incorrect or missing documents may lead to delays or rejection
- Check your email regularly for additional requests
- Entry is subject to immigration verification upon arrival
Benefits of Seychelles eTA for seaman
- Fully online application
- No embassy visits required
- Faster immigration clearance
- Secure and verified entry process