How does one apply for citizenship in Seychelles?

The applicant must:

  • Meet the respective criteria for acquisition of citizenship for which he/she wishes to apply under.
  • For the criteria, see. A quick Guide to the new Seychelles Immigration Rules-in Guideline section
  • Sit for the citizenship qualifying examination and obtain at least 80% marks in one of the three National languages.
  • Have not been sentenced to a term of imprisonment of 1 year or more for an offence punishable under any laws of Seychelles
  • Must have resided in the Seychelles for an aggregate period of 15 years
  • Have not been absent from Seychelles for a continuous period of one year or more without written permission of the Minister
  • Complete the respective citizenship application form.
I am Seychellois, married to a foreigner, and my spouse wants to apply for citizenship, what procedure must be done?

Applicable for marriages from 29 June 1976 onwards

  • The person must have been married for at least 10 years and have been a legal resident in Seychelles for five years or more.
  • Have obtained at least 80% marks in the citizenship qualifying examination in one of the 3 national languages.
  • Have not been sentenced to a term of imprisonment of 1 year or more for an offence punishable under any laws of Seychelles.
  • Have not been absent from Seychelles for a continuous period of one year or more without written permission of the Minister.
  • Complete application for citizenship by naturalization. Obtainable at Immigration office, Independence House. Information is also available on ics.gov.sc