Somalia 
Seychelles Seychelles is visa-free for Somali passport holders, but all travellers must obtain a Travel Authorisation (TA) online before departure; a Visitor's Permit is issued on arrival.
Last verified: 2026-03-11
At a glance
Entry requirements
- Seychelles grants visa-free entry to all nationalities except Kosovo; a Visitor's Permit is issued on arrival for tourism if meeting entry conditions.
- All travellers must apply for a Travel Authorisation (ETA/TA) online before travelling via the Seychelles Electronic Border System (SEBS).
- To complete the Travel Authorisation you’ll typically need: passport, selfie, trip/airline details, accommodation proof (or invitation), and payment card.
- Visitor's Permit is initially up to 3 months; it may be extended in 3‑month periods up to 12 months total (fees apply).
Stay
Visitor's Permit up to 3 months initially; extendable in 3‑month periods up to 12 months.
Passport
Passport must be valid for the period of intended stay until return to country of origin or residence.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if you have resided in or recently visited a yellow fever endemic country, or transited (airport only) in an endemic country for more than 12 hours.
Travel Authorisation requirements and supporting documents can change; always confirm on the official Seychelles TA portal and with your airline before travel.
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Sources
- Seychelles Immigration and Civil Status — Visiting Seychelles
- Seychelles Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Travelling to Seychelles (Travel Authorisation)
- 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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.