Residence Permit (Retirement Stream)
Seychelles
Last updated: December 28, 2025
5 years (renewable)
$10,206
2-3 months
Medium
About this Visa
This is a Residence Permit for financially independent people, like retirees. It allows you to live in Seychelles long-term without having a job there. You cannot use this permit to work for a local company. It is designed for people who have their own money from pensions or investments. If you stay for enough years, you can eventually apply to become a permanent resident or citizen. It requires a significant upfront payment.
Key Benefits
- Live in Seychelles year-round for 5 years
- Bring your spouse and children
- Enter and leave anytime
- Path to Permanent Residence after 5 years
- Path to Citizenship after 10 years
- Tax-exempt foreign income
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must have a clean criminal record
- Must be free of infectious diseases
- Must not work in Seychelles
- Must have sufficient savings or income
- Must live in Seychelles for at least 5 days every year
Financial Requirement
Proof of sufficient funds (approx. $1,500-$2,000/month) and a $1,400 security bond
Documents
- Application Form (IMM/1)Completed official application
- Valid PassportMust be valid for duration of stay
- Bank StatementsProof of regular income/pension for last 6 months
- Security Bond ReceiptProof of deposit payment to local bank
- Medical CertificateFrom a local doctor confirming no infectious diseases
- Police ClearanceCriminal record check from home country
- Cover LetterExplaining financial independence and special contribution
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.