Seychelles Travel Risk

Exercise normal precaution in Seychelles. Some areas have increased risk.

Seychelles is generally a safe destination for travelers.

Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:

• see general advice for women travellers
• read our guide on disability and travel abroad
• see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
• read about safety for solo and independent travel
• see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad

Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

Terrorism

There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.

UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad.

Terrorism in Seychelles

Although there is no recent history of terrorism in Seychelles, attacks cannot be ruled out.

Crime

Protecting yourself and your belongings

There is a risk of break-ins, robberies, burglaries and opportunistic thefts. Crime is generally non-violent, but people can have their bags snatched, cars and boats broken into or be robbed while walking at night.

Criminals may target parked cars, residential accommodation including guest houses, hotels, beaches, and marked and unmarked walking trails.

To reduce the risk to yourself and your belongings:

• make sure your living accommodation has external security lighting, grilles and overnight security guards
• use a hotel safe or safety deposit box to store valuables, money and passports
• do not leave valuables in cars or anywhere on display
• avoid carrying large amounts of cash or wearing expensive-looking jewellery or watches
• carry a mobile phone with roaming capability for use in an emergency

Be particularly alert in:

• Beau Vallon
• the back streets of Victoria
• any isolated area, especially at night

Call the Seychelles police on +248 428 8000 to report any incident.

Risk level

Seychelles - Take normal security precautions

Take normal security precautions in Seychelles

Crime

Petty crime

Petty crime, such as pickpocketing and purse snatching, occurs. Incidents have been reported in:

• popular tourist areas, including Beau Vallon and Victoria
• beaches, including Cote d’Or beach
• unattended vehicles
• hiking trails
• ATMs

During your trip to the Seychelles:

• ensure that your personal belongings, including your passport and your other travel documents are secure at all times
• avoid showing signs of affluence or wearing expensive jewellery
• never leave personal belongings unattended in a vehicle, even in the trunk
• avoid isolated areas, especially at night

Violent crime

Although less common, violent crime occurs, namely:

• armed robberies
• burglaries
• assaults

Tourists are usually not targeted, however you could be at the wrong place at the wrong time.

Fraud

Credit and debit card as well as ATM fraud occurs in the Seychelles.

• Cover the keypad with one hand when entering your PIN
• Pay careful attention when others are handling your cards
• Avoid using card readers with an irregular or unusual feature
• Use ATMs located in public areas or inside a bank or business
• Check for any unauthorized transactions on your account statements

Overseas fraud

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