Business
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $3,800 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $228,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $5,500 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $440,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $3,500 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $280,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 15-25% depending on profit thresholds
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 15% for non-residents
- Tax System
- Territorial (Taxed only on income derived from Seychelles)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 15% fixed for most individuals
- VAT
- 15%
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- No strict CFC rules in place
- Property Tax
- 0.25% on residential property for foreigners
- Property Transaction Tax
- 5% Stamp Duty + 11% Sanction Duty for foreigners
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Seychelles Workcation Program offers low tax friction for remote earners
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $6,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $260,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $4,000 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $160,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $6,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $360,000)
Essentials
- City
- Beau Vallon, Mahé Island, Seychelles
- Population
- Approximately 4,120
- Internet Speed
- Fiber optic is common; average speeds 20-40 Mbps
- Currency & Banking
- Seychellois Rupee (SCR); 1 USD ≈ 14.50 SCR, 1 EUR ≈ 15.80 SCR
- Tap Water
- Generally safe but chlorinated; locals and expats prefer bottled or filtered water
- Power
- 240V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type G (UK standard)
- SIM Card
- Cable & Wireless or Airtel; ~SCR 500 ($35) for 10GB data
- Banking for Expats
- MCB Seychelles, Absa Bank; card payments accepted at hotels/large restaurants
- Accommodation
- Guesthouses, self-catering villas, and luxury resorts
- Cashless Friendly
- Moderate; cards accepted in shops, but cash is needed for local markets and small buses
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb and local 'Self-Catering' establishments like Romance Bungalows
- Budget Accommodation
- Divers Lodge Guest House (~$90/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Beau Vallon Beachfront (near Coral Strand Hotel)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Bel Ombre (quieter, residential, 15-min walk to the beach)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- None officially; Regus in Victoria (15 mins away) is the closest dedicated office
- Best Cafe for Work
- The Coffee Club at Savoy Resort (consistent Wi-Fi and AC)
- Networking Events
- Informal meetups often occur at Beach Shak bar on Friday nights
- Social Events for Expats
- Expats in Seychelles Facebook Group; weekly Sunday beach BBQs
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Bouzon (local app) or hotel-arranged taxis (~SCR 300 for short trips)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Mostly car rentals; Seychelles Car Hire (~$45/day)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Beau Vallon Beach (directly in the center)
- Top Regional Airline
- Air Seychelles (inter-island flights to Praslin)
- Top International Airline
- Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines
- Highway Access
- North Coast Road connects directly to Victoria
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Victoria Bus Terminal (Central Hub 5km away)
- Public Transport Passes
- SPTCL Travel Card (SCR 12 per trip, must use card, no cash)
- Regional Travel
- Cat Cocos ferry to Praslin/La Digue from Victoria jetty
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Seychelles Hospital (Victoria); Euromedical Family Clinic (Private)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Savoy Spa (Yoga sessions overlooking the ocean)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Seychelles Olympic Committee Gym (Victoria); Savoy Resort Fitness
- Laundry Services
- Self-catering usually includes machines; local service 'Bubble Wash' in Victoria
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- No major apps; most restaurants offer direct phone-in takeaway
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Grilled Red Snapper with Creole Sauce (SCR 250 at night market)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Mahek (Indian cuisine with extensive veg menu)
- Best Dessert Spots
- La Plage Restaurant (Macarons and tropical fruit sorbets)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- STC Supermarket in Victoria; ISPC Supermarket nearby
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Direct deals via Facebook Marketplace; global shipping is slow
- Grocery Delivery
- None; shopping is manual and done in-person
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Beach Shak and Ocean Deck Pub
- Local Brewery
- SeyBrew (Seychelles Breweries Ltd)
- Wine Bars
- La Perle Noire (excellent wine list and upscale dining)
- Street Food Stalls
- Bazar Labrin (Wednesday nights and Saturdays at the beach)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Baobab Pizzeria (Famous local wood-fired pizza)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Victoria Clock Tower (Lorloz); Beau Vallon Promenade
- Museums & Art Venues
- National Museum of History (Victoria)
- Historical Sites
- Mission Lodge (Venn's Town) Lookout
- Religious Sites
- St. Roch’s Church, Bel Ombre
- Annual Events
- Samba Carnival (International Carnival of Victoria in April)
- Cultural Districts
- Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke Market district
- Theater Venues
- International Conference Centre (ICCS) Victoria
- Local Markets
- Victoria Market (Fresh fish/spices); Bazar Labrin
- Music Scene
- Moutya drums and Sega music at local beach bars
- Street Art
- Murals at the entrance of Victoria near the port
- Cooking Classes
- Creole Cooking Class at various guesthouses (e.g., Hanneman Residence)
- Art Galleries
- Kenwyn House (traditional architecture and jewelry/art showcase)
- Historic Buildings
- The State House (Victoria)
- Local Heritage
- Coco de Mer (Symbol of the islands)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Morne Seychellois National Park (10 mins drive)
- National Parks Nearby
- Ste Anne Marine National Park (Accessible via boat)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Dans Gallas Trail (Challenging hike with panoramic views)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Copolia Trail summit
- Birdwatching Locations
- Aride Island (Day trip away)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Prohibited on most public beaches without a permit
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Seychelles Post; DHL Victoria
- Tech Repair Services
- VCS (Victoria Computer Services)
- Table Tennis Spots
- National Sports Council (NSC) complexes
- Language Classes
- Alliance Française des Seychelles (Victoria)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- National Library of Seychelles (Victoria)
- Community Centers
- Beau Vallon District Center
- Gaming Lounges
- None available
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Berjaya Beau Vallon Bay Casino