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Beautiful Seychelles lifts ban on Indian travellers with immediate effect

Effective immediately, the Ministry of Health Seychelles has announced the entry of visitors from all countries, including India, irrespective of COVID-19 vaccination status.

All travellers will be required to present a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of departure. Additionally, visitors will need to submit a duly filled application for Health Travel Authorization which is subject to verification and approval of the Public Health Authority.

Seychelles Vallee De Mai Praslin (Image courtesy: Torsten Dickmann)
Vallee De Mai Praslin (Image courtesy: Torsten Dickmann)

A valid travel & health insurance policy to cover COVID-19 related quarantine, isolation or treatment. There will be no quarantine requirement, minimum stay nor restriction on movement upon entry into Seychelles.

Conditions for stay for children up to age 17, regardless of their vaccination status, will be as for the parent/guardian they are accompanying.

Sailing-in-Seychelles.-Photo-credit-Torsten-Dickmann
Sailing in Seychelles. (Photo credit-Torsten Dickmann)

However, all visitors will still be required to adhere to other public health measures put in place in view of the pandemic which will include wearing of face masks, social distancing, regular sanitization, and washing of hands.

Seychelles Tourism Board
Seychelles Tourism Board

Visitors are advised to refer to the Department of Tourism travel advisory.

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