115 Islands of Paradise — Where Giant Tortoises Roam Pristine Beaches
No. Seychelles levies no capital gains tax and no inheritance or estate tax. Property transfers attract stamp duty rather than a recurring wealth or property tax for most owners.
No. The monthly tax-free band (SCR 8,555.50) applies to Seychellois citizens. Non-citizens are generally taxed at a flat 15% on Seychelles-source employment income from the first rupee.
Through monthly withholding by your employer under the Income and Non-Monetary Benefits Tax. The employer deducts and remits to SRC, so most salaried expats do not file a separate personal return.
Broadly, if you spend 183 days or more in Seychelles in the tax year or make it your permanent home. Seychelles taxes largely on a territorial basis, so local-source income is the main charge.
VAT is 15%. Registration is compulsory once taxable supplies exceed SCR 2 million in a 12-month period; voluntary registration is possible above SCR 100,000.
Yes. In-kind benefits such as housing, meals, transport and insurance are non-monetary benefits taxed at 15%, payable by the employer on the assessed value.
Public healthcare is free or heavily subsidised for citizens and legal residents, funded through taxation. Some services and private options carry charges, and expats typically add private insurance.
Seychelles Hospital at Mont Fleuri, Victoria, on Mahé is the main referral hospital. Praslin and La Digue have smaller facilities, and a network of health centres serves the islands.
Complex specialist care and major surgery are often referred overseas — commonly to India, Mauritius, Sri Lanka or South Africa. Medical evacuation cover is strongly recommended.
Seychelles is largely malaria-free, so anti-malarials are generally not needed for the islands. Check standard travel vaccinations and any yellow-fever entry rules if arriving from an affected country.
Pharmacies stock common medicines, but specific brands may be unavailable and supply can be inconsistent. Bring an adequate supply and a doctor's letter for anything essential.
Yes. Because most goods are imported and electricity is costly, day-to-day living is expensive. Local fish, fruit and vegetables, buses, and a modest lifestyle keep costs down.
Yes. English is used in government, business and much of education. Creole is the everyday spoken language, and French is common, but English-speakers function easily.
Seychelles uses 230V and UK-style Type G three-pin plugs, so bring appropriate adapters.
On Mahé and Praslin a car is convenient, but the SPTC bus network is cheap and reliable. La Digue is largely car-free and gets around by bicycle.
Water is treated on the main islands, but many residents filter or drink bottled water, especially in the rainy season.