Useful Information

Documents
It is quite indispensable to be in posession of a valid passport, but you do not need a visa nor any kind of vaccination.

Language
The native language is Creole but almost everyone speaks English or French.

Transport
Car Hire is the best way to get around. All you need is the official driving licence of your own country and you drive on the left.

Public Transport
Buses available on Mahé and Praslin. Regular ferry and catamaran service operates between Mahé, Praslin and La Digue.

Money
You get between 9 Rupees to 8.5 Rupee to the £1. The exchange rate fluctuates everyday.

Bureau de Change
All credit Cards (American Express, Visa, Dinners) and travellers cheques are accepted in practically all hotels.
Banks are open between 8.30am and 3.30pm Monday to Friday. Special counters at the airport for arrivals and departures.

Safety and Security
I suggest you leave all valuables and passport hidden in the house. Carry only such cash as necessary when you go to the beach.

Voltage
The electricity supply in the Seychelles is 240V.

Telephone
Telephone dialing code to Seychelles is 00248 and from Seychelles to England 0044.

Useful Telephone Numbers
Ambulance and Fire Brigade 999
Hospital Victoria 388000
Airport International flights 384400
Air Seychelles National Flights 381340
Police Anse Aux Pins 376217
Anse Royale 371226 or 371128