Free import
• 200 cigarettes or 250g of tobacco
• 2 litres of Spirits and 2 litres of wine
• 200ml of Parfume or Eau de Toilette
• Electronic leisure equipment for personal use
Prohibited
• Narcotics
• Pornography and other offensive material
• Explosive material
• Endangered species and products there of
• Counterfeit goods
• Radioactive material
• Birds of any kind
Restricted
• Pets –must be of good health certificate, valid vaccination certificates. Quarantine is required and the time of the quarantine depends on the country of origin of the animal. Additional certification may be required, please contact the nearest Embassy or Consulate. Domestic animals will not be admitted if the length of the stay is under 6 months.
• Currency - Local currency of up to SCR 2,000 (no limit on foreign currency)
• Weapons, blades and ammunition only with special permit
• Plants, animals or any parts or products thereof only permission from Ministry of Environment & Natural Resources
• Foodstuff with permission from Ministry of Environment & Natural Resources contact
• Personal goods worth up to SCR 3000 (foodstuff is included in the allowance)
Free export
• No information available
Prohibited
• Narcotics
• Pornography and other offensive material
• Explosive material
• Endangered species and products there of
• Counterfeit goods
• Radioactive material
• Birds of any kind
Restricted
• Flora and Fauna (shells, leather etc.) souvenirs require permission from the authorities.
• Currency - Local currency of up to SCR 2,000 (no limit on foreign currency)
Basic health information for travelers to Seychelles
• It is necessary to protect yourself from the Sun, as the Island has unusually strong sunny weather.
• There is no risk of contracting Malaria, Yellow Fever or Dengue Fever on the island.
• All travellers should seek medical advice before travelling to the country and ensure that all appropriate vaccinations are up to date.
Basic security information for travelers to Seychelles
• Mahé is mountainous, and roads are narrow and winding, often with sheer drops and hairpin bends. Safety barriers are rare. Take care when driving and avoid more remote roads, particularly at night.
For further assistance please contact the Seychellois Customs authorities directly. They will provide the latest information about customs regulations and export-import procedures.
Seychellois Customs contact information
Address:
P.0. Box 1167
2nd Floor, Caravelle House
Manglier Street
Victoria
Telephone: +248295500
Website: http://www.sib.gov.sc
For additional information about travel restrictions, security warnings, political updates, and basic travel guidelines, please contact the nearest Seychellois Embassy.
List of Seychellois Embassies all over the world: http://seychelles.visahq.co.uk/embassy/Austria/
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