There was no change to the advisory level. An area of increased risk was added. Advisory summary was updated.
Exercise Normal Precautions in Seychelles. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Advisory summary
Seychelles is generally a safe destination for travelers. Read our travel guidance for Seychelles to learn how to prepare for a safe trip. The United States does not maintain a consular presence in Seychelles. Contact the U.S. embassy in Port Louis, Mauritius, if you need help in an emergency while in Seychelles.
Level 2 – Exercise Increased Caution - Praslin, La Digue, and the outer islands
Exercise Increased Caution in Praslin, La Digue, and the outer islands due to health risks. Smaller islands like these lack medical infrastructure required to treat common traumas or illnesses. Patients must travel to the island of Mahé via boat or plane to receive care.
If you decide to travel to Seychelles:
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency.
- Review the Country Security Report for Seychelles.
- Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest Travel Health Information for Seychelles.
- Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist.
- We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage.
- Make sure you have medical or travel insurance that includes medical evacuation coverage. Review our information on Travel Insurance.
