Passports & Visas A full passport is required for entry into Seychelles, valid for at least 2 months
beyond your return date. Visas are not required for entry. On arrival in the Seychelles each passenger will be required
to produce a valid full passport, completed immigration card (distributed on the
aircraft after take-off) and valid return ticket.
Health & Vaccinations Seychelles is
currently free from any tropical diseases and no vaccinations certificates are
required for clients entering Seychelles, other than if you are entering
Seychelles from or have passed through a Yellow Fever infected country a certificate of immunisation is required. Malaria
protection is not required. However it is the client's responsibility to consult
their own doctor on personal health matters prior to travelling. In the UK go to: www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk.
We
advise you to take with you adequate sun cream protection and
insect repellant. Deet based
repellants work well. Protection against sunburn, especially on the
first few days, must be remembered.
A few tips on what to take with you:
Take lightweight loose fitting clothing preferably made from natural fibres.
Once in Seychelles you will not require jumpers, pullovers, cardigans, jackets or coats.
Lighweight shoes and sandals are ideal. For reef walking, take a pair of lightweight sport shoes.
Sun hats and long sleeved top to prevent sunburn.
Gents are normally expected to wear long trousers for evening meals.
Sun cream and insect repellant.
In Seychelles
Currency & Banking The local
currency is the Seychelles Rupee (Rs1). 1 Rs = 100 cents
Note denominations are: Rs100, Rs50, Rs25, Rs10. Coin denominations are
Rs5, Rs1 and 50 cents.
Exchange rates can be obtained from your own bank, but
currently the rate is Rs16 = £1.00.
Banks There
are banks on all three main islands with ATMs. Bank opening hours
are 8.30am to 2.00 pm Monday to Friday, 08.30am to 11.00am
Saturdays. Closed on Public holidays. ATMs only give local currency. Most hotels will also asisist with currency exchange.
Paying your way in Seychelles The majority of your spending at your
hotel can be charged to your room for settlement before departure.
Should you wish to take cash with you, Euros are the most acceptable.
Credit cards (Visa, Barclaycards, Access, Amex) are widely accepted by most
hotels, restaurants and related services such as car hire, excursions etc.
Car Hire, Taxis, Buses Car
hire and taxis are available on Mahe & Praslin islands. Your
hotel will normally arrange this for you. Soft tops are very popular
but do remember to remove any valuables when you leave the car
un-attended. Public transport is well developed and very economical on Mahe & Praslin. There is a central depot in Victoria.
