Understanding Seychelles eTA Validity

All eligible travellers must obtain a Seychelles eTA before travelling. The Seychelles eTA validity and the permitted stay are different, so it is important to understand both before planning your trip.

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What is the validity of the Seychelles eTA?

All the Seychelles eTA types come with the following validity, stay duration and entry type:

Validity : 90-day validity from the date of issue. Enter Seychelles before 90 days expire
Stay Duration : The eTA holder can stay in the Seychelles for a maximum of 30 days.
Entry-Type : Single entry

The Seychelles offers the following eTA types to eligible travellers:

Transit eTA
Tourist eTA
Business eTA
Crew eTA
Seaman eTA
Helper eTA
Honeymoon eTA

Getting Married eTA
Friends & Family Visit eTA
Resident eTA
New Resident eTA
Short-Term Work eTA
Long-Term Work eTA

Factors Affecting Seychelles eTA Validity

Passport Validity

Your eTA is linked to the passport used during the application. If your passport expires, is lost, damaged, or replaced before travel, you must apply for a new eTA using your new passport.

Single-Entry Use

Seychelles eTAs are issued as single-entry travel authorisations. Once used for entry, they cannot be reused for another trip, even if the 90-day validity period has not expired.

Immigration Decision on Arrival

An approved eTA allows you to travel to the Seychelles, but the final decision on entry and the permitted length of stay is made by immigration officials upon arrival.

Seychelles Stay Extension Possibilities and Procedures

If you wish to remain in the Seychelles beyond your permitted stay, you can apply for an extension before your authorised stay expires.

Step 1: Ensure your eTA is still valid before applying for an extension
Step 2: Submit your extension request online or at the immigration office.
Step 3: Provide the required documents and pay the extension fee.
Step 4: Wait for the immigration authorities to review your application.
Step 5: Receive your extension if your application is approved.

Seychelles eTA Overstaying Consequences

Fines for exceeding your permitted stay.
Immigration action, including possible deportation.
Future travel restrictions or difficulties obtaining a Seychelles eTA.
Possible entry bans for serious or repeated violations.

What to Do If You Overstay

Contact the Seychelles immigration authorities immediately.
Inform them about the overstay.
Arrange your departure as soon as possible if an extension is not available.

Content Disclaimer: This information is accurate as of August 2026. As entry requirements may change, we recommend confirming the latest information with the relevant government authorities, embassy, or airline before travelling.