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Dependant's Permit

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Source check: all 11 official citations reconfirmed 13 September 2026

Family permit for a foreign spouse or minor child of a Seychelles citizen to reside with that citizen in Seychelles.

Requires sponsorshipDoes not lead to permanent residencyAnnual fee basis; the permit fee is listed per year and the permit remains conditional.
Processing time
Indicative only; timing depends on the completeness of the family evidence and security-bond file.
Government fees
The official page lists a SCR 1,000 processing fee and SCR 1,000 per year for the Dependant's Permit.
Typical duration
Annual fee basis; the permit fee is listed per year and the permit remains conditional.
Sponsorship required
Yes
Leads to permanent residency
No
Reviewed Immigration and Civil Status Seychelles ↗

In short

As of 12 July 2026, the Dependant's Permit for Republic of Seychelles is a sponsor-led Seychelles immigration route. Sources: official Republic of Seychelles government pages, reviewed 12 July 2026.

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What is the Dependant's Permit in Republic of Seychelles?

Dependant's Permit is a sponsor-led Seychelles route. Indicative government fees are The official page lists a SCR 1,000 processing fee and SCR 1,000 per year for the Dependant's Permit; indicative processing time is Indicative only; timing depends on the completeness of the family evidence and security-bond file; typical duration is Annual fee basis; the permit fee is listed per year and the permit remains conditional. This route does not lead to permanent residence.

Verified against Immigration and Civil Status Seychelles on 27 June 2026.

Overview

The Seychelles Dependant's Permit is the main family route for a Seychelles citizen to bring a foreign spouse or minor child to live with them. The official FAQ says the Seychelles citizen may apply for a spouse and minor children who are not Seychelles citizens and will reside with the citizen in Seychelles. It does not grant work rights: if the dependant wants to work, a Gainful Occupation Permit must be applied for. The permit can cease to be valid if the holder fails to enter within twelve months, is absent for more than twelve months, breaches conditions, is convicted of an immigration offence or is deported.

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Eligibility

Typical criteria

Common blockers

Typical evidence

Application pathway

  1. Check the route fit

    Confirm the family relationship and that the dependant will live with the Seychelles citizen applicant.

  2. Build the evidence pack

    Collect citizenship proof, the dependant passport page, relationship certificate, medical certificate, support evidence and security bond.

  3. Submit through the official channel

    Submit the Dependant's Permit application through Immigration and Civil Status Seychelles.

  4. After approval

    After approval, do not work on this permit; apply for a GOP if work becomes necessary.

After approval: prepare for your next step

For Dependant's Permit, use the actual decision and the issuing authority’s instructions to establish what has been granted. A successful application, permission to enter, permission to work and a residence document are not interchangeable.

  1. 1. Check the decision. Confirm the name, passport, status granted, start date and any next action. Resolve an error with the authority before relying on the document for travel or employment.
  2. 2. Establish the travel step. Read any entry window, activation, collection or in-country registration instruction. For an extension or change of status, do not assume leaving the country is required or safe while a further step remains pending.
  3. 3. Confirm what you may do. Check the conditions for your own permission, including work, and keep evidence of the qualifying relationship. The principal applicant’s conditions may differ.
  4. 4. Organise the household. Check each accompanying person’s permission separately, then arrange healthcare, accommodation, access to money and the relevant local registrations. A tax number or bank account does not by itself prove a right to work.
  5. 5. Keep the ongoing conditions visible. Record the actual expiry, renewal process, permitted absences and any duty to report changes. An initial grant does not automatically establish permanent residence or citizenship.
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Plan the practical side of your stay

Once you have checked the official route, you can prepare for day-to-day life in Seychelles. These optional services are separate from the application and do not establish visa eligibility.

Official application links

Where to actually go next

Government links only

These are the official pages to use for this route. Open them before preparing documents: the forms, fees, appointment systems, and sponsor steps can change without warning.

  1. Official guidanceApplicant + sponsor
    Use official Dependant's Permit route page ↗

    Use this official page to confirm requirements and follow the government filing route for Dependant's Permit.

    Immigration and Civil Status Seychelles · verified

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for a Seychelles Dependant's Permit?+

The official FAQ says a Seychelles citizen may apply for a Dependant's Permit for a spouse and minor child or children who are not Seychelles citizens and will reside with the citizen in Seychelles.

Can a dependant work in Seychelles?+

No. Immigration and Civil Status says a Dependant's Permit does not allow the holder to work in Seychelles. If the holder wants to work, a Gainful Occupation Permit should be applied for.

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How we verified this

We check every figure on this page against the primary government source, record the date it was last checked, and re-check it on a regular schedule. Rules change, so always confirm time-sensitive details with the official source before you rely on them. Visa Atlas is an information-only publication and does not give legal advice.

Primary source: Immigration and Civil Status Seychelles

Last checked: 27 June 2026

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