SeychellesThis page is under review. The information below has not been re-checked and may be out of date. Please contact us for the current position.
Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 granite and coral islands found in the South Western Indian Ocean and a transit point for trade between Africa and Asia. The country has stable political system and Government policies supports both domestic and foreign investment. The country has high literacy rate and favourable tax regimes for investment in the Tourism, Agriculture, Energy and Fisheries sectors and a World class financial centre with no foreign exchange restrictions.
Residence program
Investor permanent residence from US$1 million (under review).
Citizenship program
No citizenship by investment. Naturalisation after 10 years of legal residence.
Investment name
Immigrant investor program
Minimum investment
USD 1 million
Qualifying investments
- Investor Type 1 : has invested 1,000,000 US Dollars or more in a business in Seychelles and has resided for 1 year in Seychelles
- Investor Type 2: Has invested 1,000,000 US Dollars or more in a business in Seychelles and has at least 5 years of business association as a result of the direct investment
Permanent residence
Immediate
Seychelles Citizenship
After 10 years of residence
Dual nationality
Allowed
Processing time
Varies. Contact us for current timing.
Last reviewed November 2026. Programme rules change often, so confirm details with us before investing.