{"id":1679,"date":"2024-04-09T15:02:11","date_gmt":"2024-04-09T13:02:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.apply.sc\/?p=1679"},"modified":"2024-11-22T19:39:39","modified_gmt":"2024-11-22T18:39:39","slug":"documents-necessaires","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.apply.sc\/en\/article\/documents-required\/","title":{"rendered":"What documents do I need to complete my Seychelles ETA application?"},"content":{"rendered":"
Are you planning a trip to the paradise archipelago of the Seychelles<\/strong> ? The Sunshine Islands, floating in the Indian Ocean, are popular destinations. To facilitate your entry into the territory and avoid any problems at customs, it is essential to find out about the administrative formalities to be completed before taking the plane.<\/p>\n Before going into detail about the supporting documents you need to finalise your request, it is worth clarifying what theETA<\/strong> and why you need it to visit the Seychelles. The ETA is a electronic travel authorisation<\/strong> created by the Seychelles government, which allows entry to Seychelles by air. It allows foreigners to travel to Seychelles to enjoy the diverse landscape, pristine beaches and various activities, including tourism.<\/p>\n The ETA is a simplified alternative to traditional visas, which are often complex to obtain and involve more steps. Unlike traditional visas, the ETA does not require a physical visit to the Seychelles consulate or embassy. This online procedure is fast, economical and available for a large number of nationalities.<\/p>\n To speed up the processing of your application and ensure that it is validated, please make sure that you provide all the necessary information. necessary supporting documents<\/strong> at the time of the request. To be accepted, all requests must contain the following information:<\/p>\n A valid passport is essential for your entire stay in Seychelles. Your passport must have a minimum validity of 1 month<\/strong> from the date of departure from Seychelles. Therefore, if your passport is due to expire soon, you should renew it before starting the procedure. A high-resolution colour scan of the identification page must be attached to your online application.<\/p>\n To obtain authorisation from the Seychelles authorities, you must also prove that you intend to leave the country at the end of your stay. Therefore, a plane ticket<\/strong> booked and paid for will be required for your outward journey, as well as for your return or onward journey to another destination. Airlines and shipping companies may check that your ETA has been issued before allowing you to board.<\/p>\n A accommodation confirmation<\/strong> on Seychelles territory must be attached to your ETA application. This may be a reservation for a hotel, flat or house, or a certificate of accommodation provided by relatives living in Seychelles. The address of the accommodation must be clearly indicated.<\/p>\n A passport photo<\/strong> will be required when you apply for an ETA. The photo must be different from the one in your passport; it may be a selfie.<\/p>\n In certain situations, you may be asked to provide additional information to support your request:<\/p>\n If you wish to hire a vehicle to move around freely during your trip, you may need to have a valid international driving licence. Find out about local requirements.<\/p>\n Depending on your country of residence or the destinations you visited before arriving in Seychelles, a yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required. We strongly recommend that you check this information with the relevant health authorities and comply with their recommendations.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Are you planning a trip to the paradise archipelago of the Seychelles? The Sunshine Islands, floating in the Indian Ocean, are a popular destination. To make it easier for you to enter the...<\/p>","protected":false},"author":2555,"featured_media":1680,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhat is an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)?<\/h2>\n
Essential documents for your Seychelles ETA application<\/h2>\n
Valid passport<\/h3>\n
Return or onward air ticket<\/h3>\n
Proof of accommodation on site<\/h3>\n
Passport photo<\/h3>\n
Any additional documents required<\/h2>\n
International driving licence<\/h3>\n
Yellow fever vaccination certificate<\/h3>\n