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title: Seychelles visa for citizens of Colombia
description: "Citizens of Colombia don't need a visa for Seychelles but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Stay up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Seychelles visa for citizens of Colombia

Citizens of Colombia don't need a visa for Seychelles but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eTA · Visa · Visitor (single entry)
- **How to apply:** Electronic travel authorization (online)
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Gather documents** — Collect all required documents including passport photos, flight and accommodation reservations, bank statements, travel insurance, and yellow fever certificate if applicable.
2. **Complete the visa application form** — Download and fill out the Seychelles visa application form from the embassy website.
3. **Schedule an appointment** — Contact the Seychelles embassy or consulate (or the designated visa application centre) to book a biometrics appointment.
4. **Attend appointment and submit documents** — Visit the embassy/centre in person to submit the application, provide biometrics (photograph and fingerprints), and pay the visa fee.
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing time is not specified; check with the embassy for current timelines.
6. **Collect passport with visa** — Upon approval, collect your passport with the visa sticker from the embassy or centre.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity)** (Identity)
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Download from Seychelles embassy website
- **Passport-sized photographs (2)** (Identity): White background, passport standard
- **Flight itinerary / onward ticket** (Travel): Confirmed return or onward flight
- **Accommodation reservation confirmation(s) for each location of stay** (Travel): Upload a reservation confirmation for every hotel/address
- **Bank statements (last 3 months)** (Financial): Proof of sufficient funds
- **Travel insurance (covering medical and repatriation)** (Travel)
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if coming from endemic countries)** (Supporting): Required if traveling from or through an endemic area
- **Letter of invitation (if visiting friends/family)** (Supporting, optional): Not required for tourism
- **Employment letter (if employed)** (Employment, optional): May be requested to prove ties to home country
- **Hotel booking confirmation** (Travel): For entire duration of stay

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements
- Traveler's checks (if applicable)
- Credit card statements

Sufficient funds to cover accommodation, meals, and return transportation.

## Good to know

- Application can be submitted up to 30 days before travel.
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from endemic countries.
- Visa must be used within the period specified on the sticker; overstay penalties apply.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documentation** — Double-check that all required documents are included and correct.
- **Insufficient funds** — Provide clear proof of adequate financial means for the entire stay.
- **Previous visa violations or overstay** — Ensure compliance with previous visa conditions.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Colombia need a visa for Seychelles?

Citizens of Colombia don't need a visa for Seychelles but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Visa type: Visa · Visitor (single entry).

### How long can citizens of Colombia stay in Seychelles?

Up to 90 days.

### What documents do citizens of Colombia need for Seychelles?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity); Completed visa application form; Passport-sized photographs (2); Flight itinerary / onward ticket; Accommodation reservation confirmation(s) for each location of stay; Bank statements (last 3 months); and 5 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Seychelles?

At least 6 months.

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