Kenya to Seychelles visa requirements
No visa required for Seychelles, but you must obtain a Travel Authorisation (ETA/TA) before departure; a Visitor’s Permit is issued on arrival if you meet entry conditions.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Kenya travellers need to know
If you hold a Kenya passport and plan to visit Seychelles for tourism, current guidance indicates you need visa-free.
No visa required for Seychelles, but you must obtain a Travel Authorisation (ETA/TA) before departure; a Visitor’s Permit is issued on arrival if you meet entry conditions.
Typical stay guidance: Visitor’s Permit is initially up to 3 months; it may be extended in 3‑month periods up to 12 months total (fees apply for extensions).
Passport rule: Passport must be valid for the period of the intended stay until arrival back in the holder’s country of origin or residence.
Health note: Yellow Fever vaccination certificate required only if you have resided in/recently visited a Yellow Fever endemic country, or transited (airport only) in an endemic country for more than 12 hours (Kenya is an endemic country).
Rules can change; confirm with Seychelles Immigration/MFA and your airline for your exact itinerary (including transit).
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Kenya to Seychelles.
Entry requirements
- Seychelles is visa-free for visitors (except Kosovo passport holders).
- A Visitor’s Permit is issued on arrival for tourism/holiday travel if you are not a prohibited immigrant and you meet the entry conditions.
- All travellers must apply for a Travel Authorisation (ETA/TA) online before travelling (via the Seychelles Electronic Border System).
- To complete the Travel Authorisation you’ll typically need passport + selfie + trip/airline details + accommodation proof (or invitation) and payment card.
Stay
Visitor’s Permit is initially up to 3 months; it may be extended in 3‑month periods up to 12 months total (fees apply for extensions).
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow Fever vaccination certificate required only if you have resided in/recently visited a Yellow Fever endemic country, or transited (airport only) in an endemic country for more than 12 hours (Kenya is an endemic country).
Rules can change; confirm with Seychelles Immigration/MFA and your airline for your exact itinerary (including transit).
How to prepare (Kenya → Seychelles)
- 1
Confirm Seychelles still lists Kenya as visa-free for your travel dates.
- 2
Check passport validity, blank pages, and any yellow-fever or health rules.
- 3
Book return/onward travel and accommodation you can show at the border if asked.
- 4
Carry proof of funds for your stay in Seychelles.
- 5
Keep digital and paper copies of your passport bio page and bookings.
Documents checklist
- Valid Kenya passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Seychelles
- Proof of funds: Sufficient funds for the stay (Immigration guidance cites a minimum of US$150 (or equivalent) per day).
- Onward travel: Return or onward ticket for the duration of the visit.
- Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Kenya citizens need a visa for Seychelles?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Kenya travellers need visa-free for tourism to Seychelles. No visa required for Seychelles, but you must obtain a Travel Authorisation (ETA/TA) before departure; a Visitor’s Permit is issued on arrival if you meet entry conditions.
How long can I stay in Seychelles on a Kenya passport?
Visitor’s Permit is initially up to 3 months; it may be extended in 3‑month periods up to 12 months total (fees apply for extensions).
What documents should Kenya travellers carry to Seychelles?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow Fever vaccination certificate required only if you have resided in/recently visited a Yellow Fever endemic country, or transited (airport only) in an endemic country for more than 12 hours (Kenya is an endemic country).
Where can I verify Seychelles entry rules officially?
Start with: Seychelles Immigration & Civil Status — Visiting Seychelles; Seychelles Immigration & Civil Status — Visitors Permit; Seychelles Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Travelling to Seychelles (Travel Authorisation + Yellow Fever). Requirements can change without notice.
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Sources
- Seychelles Immigration & Civil Status — Visiting Seychelles
- Seychelles Immigration & Civil Status — Visitors Permit
- Seychelles Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Travelling to Seychelles (Travel Authorisation + Yellow Fever)
- Seychelles Electronic Border System (SEBS) — Travel Authorisation
Important
This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.