Get Your Seychelles Dual Citizenship – Learn How to Apply
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Eligibility Overview
- By Birth: Citizenship is granted to individuals born in Seychelles to at least one Seychellois parent.
- By Descent: Individuals born abroad to a Seychellois parent may acquire citizenship by descent by registering with the Civil Status Office.
- By Marriage: Foreign spouses of Seychellois citizens may apply for citizenship after 5 years of marriage and residence in Seychelles.
- By Naturalization: Foreign nationals who have legally resided in Seychelles for at least 11 years may apply for citizenship through naturalization.
- By Investment: Foreigners contributing significantly to the development of Seychelles (economic, social, or cultural) may apply for citizenship by special presidential recommendation.
- Special Exception – Dual Citizenship Allowed: Seychelles permits dual citizenship. Seychellois citizens and naturalized individuals may hold more than one nationality.
Note: Foreigners acquiring Seychellois citizenship are required to apply for permission to retain any other nationality under the Seychelles Citizenship Act.
Step-by-Step Process
- Determine your eligibility through descent, marriage, residence, or investment.
- Apply through the Immigration and Civil Status Department or a Seychelles consulate abroad.
- Submit required documents and wait for a decision from the Citizenship Committee or President (if investment-based).
- Take an oath of allegiance and receive your citizenship certificate.
Benefits of Seychellois Citizenship
- Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 140+ countries
- Full rights to live, work, and own property in Seychelles
- Access to public services, education, and healthcare
- Ability to retain your current nationality
Frequently asked questions.
Does Seychelles allow dual citizenship?
Yes. Seychelles allows dual citizenship, but individuals must seek permission to retain or acquire a second nationality.
Can I become a citizen through a Seychellois parent?
Yes. Citizenship by descent is available to individuals born abroad to a Seychellois parent.
Can I get citizenship through marriage?
Yes. After 5 years of marriage and residence in Seychelles, you may apply for citizenship through naturalization.
Is there an investment path to citizenship?
Yes. Investors contributing significantly to Seychelles’ development may apply through a discretionary process approved by the President.
How long do I need to live in Seychelles to apply for citizenship?
You need 11 years of legal residence to qualify through naturalization, unless applying through marriage or investment.
Do I have to pay taxes in Seychelles as a citizen?
Seychelles taxes residents on worldwide income. If you live abroad, you’re generally taxed only on Seychelles-source income.
Does Seychelles recognize same-sex marriage for citizenship?
Yes. Same-sex marriage is legally recognized in Seychelles. Foreign spouses in same-sex marriages may apply for citizenship after 5 years.