Do US citizens need a visa for Seychelles?

Deep breath. Here's the answer.

While Seychelles is visa-free for U.S. citizens, all travelers are required to apply for an electronic Travel Authorization (TA) online before their trip. This process involves providing personal and trip details, including confirmed lodging and onward travel information.

Key facts

For United States passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

You may need a visa if…

• A Travel Authorization (TA) is mandatory for all travelers, despite being visa-free.
• A fee of EUR 10.90 is associated with the Travel Authorization application.
• Ensure all required documents, such as airline and accommodation confirmations, are ready for the TA application.
• Your passport must be valid for the entire duration of your stay in Seychelles.
• Yellow fever vaccination may be required if you are coming from or transiting through a country with risk of yellow fever.

Before you travel

• ✓Apply for and obtain your Travel Authorization (TA) via the Seychelles Electronic Border System website or app, ideally no more than 30 days before travel.
• ✓Ensure your passport is valid for the entire duration of your planned stay.
• ✓Have proof of return or onward travel and confirmed lodging ready for your TA application and upon arrival.
• ✓Prepare a digital selfie, contact information, trip details, and a credit/debit card for the TA application fee.
• ✓Check yellow fever vaccination requirements based on your travel history.
• ✓Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) with the U.S. Embassy.

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