Workcation Visitor Permit (Seychelles Workcation Retreat Programme)

Seychelles digital nomad visa (2026)

The Seychelles Workcation programme lets employees, freelancers and business owners stay in the islands and work remotely for up to a year. Applications for the Workcation Visitor Permit are made on the government's e-Border system and are checked by a dedicated team. There is no published minimum income, but applicants must prove they can fund their stay.

Minimum income: No fixed amount; funds sufficient for the stay
Length of stay: Up to 1 year (archived page: 30 days to 1 year)
Renewal: Not stated officially
Fee: €45 one-time application fee (from the archived official programme page, 2023)
Processing time: Not stated officially

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Who can apply

Employed by a company, self-employed, freelancer or business owner working remotely
Proof of income or funds sufficient for the stay
Valid medical and travel insurance
Passport valid for 6 months

Income requirement

You need to show at least No fixed amount; funds sufficient for the stay. Applicants must show bank statements proving income or funds sufficient for the whole stay; no minimum figure is published.

Documents you need

Passport valid for 6 months
Employment letter or proof of business ownership describing the work
Bank statements showing sufficient funds
Medical and travel insurance policies
Onward ticket or flight itinerary
Proof of confirmed accommodation in Seychelles

How to apply, step by step

Apply on seychelles.govtas.com and select the Workcation purpose
Upload the required documents and pay the fee
Wait for review by the Workcation team
After approval, complete the regular travel authorisation for entry

Cost and processing time

The fee is €45 one-time application fee (from the archived official programme page, 2023). Processing takes not stated officially. Budget extra for translations, certified copies and health insurance.

Tax

No official guidance was found; tax residency usually starts after 183 days in a year, so check with the Seychelles Revenue Commission.

Good to know

The archived official page advised applying at least 60 days before arrival
The dedicated programme site workcation.seychelles.travel currently refuses access

Visiting first?

197 passports can enter the Seychelles visa-free for a short stay, a common way to try the country before applying. Check Seychelles visa requirements for your passport.

Official source

Seychelles Electronic Border System (Workcation)

Not yet confirmed on an official source: fee, renewal, processing time, tax. Check these with the consulate before you apply.

Seychelles digital nomad visa FAQ

What is the minimum income for the Seychelles digital nomad visa?

No fixed amount; funds sufficient for the stay. Applicants must show bank statements proving income or funds sufficient for the whole stay; no minimum figure is published.

How long can I stay in the Seychelles on a digital nomad visa?

Up to 1 year (archived page: 30 days to 1 year). Not stated officially.

How much does the Seychelles digital nomad visa cost?

€45 one-time application fee (from the archived official programme page, 2023).

How long does the Seychelles digital nomad visa take?

Not stated officially.

Do I pay tax in the Seychelles on a digital nomad visa?

No official guidance was found; tax residency usually starts after 183 days in a year, so check with the Seychelles Revenue Commission.