Seychelles Business Visa for Egyptians
| Entry | Pre-approval |
|---|---|
| Visa type | Electronic Travel Authorisation (Travel Authorisation) + free visitor permit on arrival, no separate business visa required |
| Processing time | Standard processing up to 24 hours, priority up to 6 hours, and urgent around 60 minutes (according to the official portal) |
| Length of stay | Visitor permit valid for up to 3 months on arrival (according to secondary sources, some state 30 days). Extension possible for 5000 Seychellois rupees per 3 months, up to a maximum of 12 months (secondary source). |
| Validity | The travel authorisation is for a single trip and must be applied for no more than 30 days before travel. According to one secondary source, it is valid for 90 days from issue, and according to another secondary source, it expires when you leave Seychelles. Not officially confirmed. |
| Service price | EGP 4,500 |
| Embassy fees | 10 EUR + 30 EUR + 70 EUR |
| Last reviewed | 2026-10-21 |
Documents required
- Egyptian passport valid for the entire duration of stay (preferably at least six months, as some airlines require this)
- Recent passport-style photo (selfie or passport photo) for online upload
- Confirmed return ticket or onward ticket to a third country
- Proof of accommodation: hotel booking or an invitation letter from a resident of Seychelles
- Invitation letter from the host company in Seychelles, or a letter from your employer in Egypt explaining the purpose of the business visit (recommended, not officially confirmed)
- Proof of sufficient funds for the stay (secondary sources mention a minimum of 150 US dollars per day or in total; this is not confirmed)
- Contact details: address, phone number and email
- Electronic payment card to pay the travel authorisation fee
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate if the traveller is arriving from or transiting through an infected country
How to apply from Egypt
- Apply for the travel authorisation via the official portal seychelles.govtas.com or the Seychelles E-Border app, within 30 days before the arrival date. Avoid unofficial websites that charge higher fees.
- Fill in your passport, travel and accommodation details, upload the photo, then choose the processing speed and pay the fee.
- Each traveller, including children, needs a separate application.
- Receive approval by email (QR code) and print it or save it on your phone.
- Present the approval at airport check-in, as airlines verify it before issuing boarding passes.
- On arrival at Mahé Airport, present your passport, QR code, return ticket, proof of accommodation and funds to the immigration officer to obtain the free visitor permit.
FAQ
Do Egyptians need a visa for Seychelles?Yes — Pre-approval.How long does the Seychelles Business Visa take?Standard processing up to 24 hours, priority up to 6 hours, and urgent around 60 minutes (according to the official portal)How much is the Seychelles Business Visa?Our service starts from EGP 4,500; embassy fees (10 EUR + 30 EUR + 70 EUR) are paid by the applicant.What documents do I need for the Seychelles Business Visa?Egyptian passport valid for the entire duration of stay (preferably at least six months, as some airlines require this); Recent passport-style photo (selfie or passport photo) for online upload; Confirmed return ticket or onward ticket to a third country; Proof of accommodation: hotel booking or an invitation letter from a resident of Seychelles; Invitation letter from the host company in Seychelles, or a letter from your employer in Egypt explaining the purpose of the business visit (recommended, not officially confirmed); Proof of sufficient funds for the stay (secondary sources mention a minimum of 150 US dollars per day or in total; this is not confirmed); Contact details: address, phone number and email; Electronic payment card to pay the travel authorisation fee.Where can I apply for the Seychelles Business Visa in Egypt?Online on the Panama Jack website or at our office, 51 Ahmed Orabi St, Mohandessin, Giza — we prepare the file and follow it up until the visa is issued.
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