Entry rules
Do South Africa passport holders need a visa for Seychelles?
UpdatedSep 28, 2026About the data
No visa, but an eTA
eTA required90 days
South Africa passport holders can visit Seychelles without a visa for up to 90 days, but must get an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) online before they travel.
Not a visa, but an approval you apply for online and must have before you travel, like the US ESTA or the UK ETA.
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