Seychelles visa for Sri Lankan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Sri Lankan passport holders visiting Seychelles for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Sri Lankan citizens to enter Seychelles for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Seychelles e-visa for Sri Lankan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Seychelles visa on arrival for Sri Lankan citizens | Not Available | |
Seychelles tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Sri Lankan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Seychelles.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Seychelles.
If you are looking for Seychelles visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Sri Lanka, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Seychelles nearest your place of residence.
- Chennai: The Honorary Consulate of in Chennai, ~ 579.05 kilometers (359.81 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Close now).
- Bengaluru: The Honorary Consulate of in Bengaluru, ~ 657.58 kilometers (408.60 mi) away from Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Working hours: Close now).
Seychelles visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Seychelles diplomatic mission offices to Sri Lanka for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sri Lanka traveling to Seychelles from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sri Lanka) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 318 | N/A |
| 2009 | 316 | -0.63% |
| 2010 | 350 | 10.76% |
| 2011 | 388 | 10.86% |
| 2012 | 416 | 7.22% |
| 2013 | 460 | 10.58% |
| 2014 | 466 | 1.30% |
| 2015 | 552 | 18.45% |
| 2016 | 606 | 9.78% |
| 2017 | 700 | 15.51% |
| 2018 | 724 | 3.43% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Seychelles & Sri Lanka comparison
Seychelles's area is approximately 460 km2 (177 sq mi), while the area of Sri Lanka is approximately 62,710 km2 (24,212 sq mi). This means Sri Lanka is 136.33 times bigger than Seychelles.
As of October 2025, Seychelles's population is ~101395 people - 21,761,532 fewer people than the population of Sri Lanka.
We have highlighted Seychelles & Sri Lanka’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Seychelles | Sri Lanka | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 101,395 | 21,862,927 | 21.8 million fewer people live in Seychelles than Sri Lanka |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 67 | Seychelles has 11 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sri Lanka. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 118 | 16 | Seychelles passport holders can visit 102 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 23 | 61 | Seychelles hosts 38 fewer foreign missions than Sri Lanka. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sri Lanka travel to Seychelles in one year?
The number of visitors from Sri Lanka visiting Seychelles in 2018 was approximately 724.
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