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Immigration / Visas
There are no Visa requirements. A visitor’s permit valid for 02 weeks is issued on arrival. Extensions to this may be given by the immigration authority from the immigration and civil status division P.O Box 430, Independence House, Victoria Mahe’ in Seychelles tel no. +248 2253 33.

Health
Seychelles is currently free from Malaria and Tropical diseases. No vaccinations are required except yellow fever vaccination for visitor from Africa or those who have passed through Africa and South Africa.

Language
English and French are widely spoken in Seychelles. Creole is the Native language.

Clothing
Mainly light all year round. It is advisable to carry along a hut, sun glasses and sun cream to protect your self from the Tropical heat typical of Seychelles. Men are requested by most beach resorts and restaurants to wear long trousers in the evening.

Seychelles Money
The Seychelles Rupee is divided into 100 cents. Exchange rates are published regularly in the local paper. There is a bureau de change and agencies of local banks at the Airport. These are always open when there are incoming and outgoing flights. Visitors have to pay for most services provided in Seychelles using foreign currency; normally the US $ and the EURO €.

Food
Most hotels and restaurants serve local Seychellois food and international cuisine as well.
Time
Seychelles time is GMT + 4 hrs
Electricity
Local supply is under 240 Volts a.c, (50 HZ). Standard outlet is a three pin electric socket.