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No — Seychelles is visa-free for Bangladeshi citizens. There is no visa to apply for, no embassy appointment and no visa sticker in your passport. Seychelles welcomes travellers from every country without a traditional visa, and Bangladesh is no exception.
However, visa-free does not mean requirement-free. Before you fly, you must obtain an approved Seychelles Travel Authorization (TA) through the official Seychelles Electronic Border System. Without it, your airline will not let you board, and immigration will not let you enter. You can review the destination on our Seychelles travel hub or go straight to the Seychelles Travel Authorization page.
The Travel Authorization is often confused with a visa, but they are different documents. Use this quick comparison to understand what applies to your trip from Bangladesh:
| Feature | Seychelles Travel Authorization | Traditional visa |
|---|---|---|
| Required for Bangladeshis | Yes — mandatory | No (Seychelles is visa-free) |
| How it is issued | Online, electronic PDF by email | Embassy appointment, passport sticker |
| What it grants | Permission to board and request entry; a Visitor's Permit is issued on arrival | Direct entry permission |
| Linked to | Your passport, via the Electronic Border System | Physical passport page |
In short, the TA is a pre-travel clearance that replaces the visa process for Bangladeshi travellers. It is checked twice: first by your airline at the departure gate, and again by immigration when you land. Holding an approved TA does not waive the standard entry conditions, so you should treat it as the first step rather than a complete entry permit.
The Travel Authorization is mandatory for every traveller heading to Seychelles, regardless of age or purpose of visit. This means each member of a Bangladeshi family needs their own approved TA — a parent and three children would require four separate applications.
There are no exemptions based on the length of your trip or your reason for travelling: tourists, people visiting friends or family, business travellers and those transiting through Seychelles all need a valid TA before they board. Because the authorization is linked to a specific passport through the Electronic Border System, it cannot be shared between travellers, and infants travelling on a parent's passport still require their own application. The same rule applies to passengers connecting through Seychelles to another destination: if you will pass through Seychelles immigration at any point, you need a valid Travel Authorization before you leave Bangladesh.
Before you start your Travel Authorization application from Bangladesh, have the following ready:
Have these details accurate and consistent across all documents, as they may be checked again on arrival.
Apply within about 5 days of your intended departure, and submit early enough to allow for processing before your flight.
For Bangladeshi applicants, the Travel Authorization is typically processed within up to around 9 hours, with the result emailed to you as a PDF. To be safe, allow up to 24 hours, and never leave the application to the airport or the day of departure. The application should be submitted within about 5 days of your intended departure date, so plan to apply a few days before you fly. If additional information is requested, respond promptly to avoid your TA arriving too late.
Once you arrive with an approved TA, you are granted a Visitor's Permit allowing a stay of up to 3 months (90 days). This permit is extendable while you are in Seychelles, but the total length of stay must not exceed 12 months in any one year. The Travel Authorization itself is tied to the trip and passport you applied with, so if you change passports or plan a separate future trip, you will need a new TA. Always ensure your passport remains valid for the entire duration of your stay, through to your return.
The Travel Authorization authorises you to board your flight, but it is not the end of the process. On arrival, Bangladeshi travellers should be ready to present the same documents used in the application: a valid passport, a return or onward ticket, confirmed accommodation (or an invitation letter), proof of sufficient funds, and travel and health insurance covering the stay. Once these are confirmed, an immigration officer issues a Visitor's Permit that formally allows you to enter and stay in Seychelles.
It helps to keep these documents together and easy to reach — for example a printed TA, your insurance certificate and your hotel confirmation in one folder, plus digital copies on your phone. Bangladeshi travellers arriving for the first time should also be prepared to give a short, clear answer about the purpose of their trip, as straightforward, consistent responses make the arrival process quicker.
An approved Travel Authorization lets you board your flight and request entry, but the final decision is made by an immigration officer on arrival in Seychelles. Carry your valid Bangladeshi passport along with a copy of your TA — both on your phone and printed — and be ready to explain the purpose and length of your visit, where you will stay, and that you can support yourself during the trip. Once satisfied, the officer issues your Visitor's Permit, and you are cleared to enjoy Seychelles.
Every traveller needs their own Travel Authorization, including children and infants, since each one is tied to an individual passport through the Electronic Border System. A parent or guardian can complete the application on a child's behalf. If you are travelling as a Bangladeshi family, simply submit a separate TA application for each person, and make sure each one is approved before you head to the airport.
No. Seychelles is visa-free for Bangladeshi citizens — there is no visa to apply for. However, every traveller must obtain an approved Seychelles Travel Authorization (TA) through the official Electronic Border System before boarding their flight and entering the country.
There is a small official charge for the Travel Authorization. If you apply through an assisted service, an optional service fee may be added for help completing the form, checking your documents and support. You can see the current charges on the application page before you submit.
For Bangladeshi applicants, the TA is typically processed within around 9 hours, with the result emailed as a PDF. Allow up to 24 hours to be safe, and apply a few days before departure rather than at the airport.
On arrival you are granted a Visitor's Permit allowing a stay of up to 3 months (90 days). This is extendable while in Seychelles, but the total stay must not exceed 12 months within any one year.
You need a valid passport covering your whole stay, a return or onward air ticket, confirmed accommodation (or an invitation letter), proof of sufficient funds, and travel/health insurance with adequate medical cover including repatriation.
Yes. Every traveller needs an individual Travel Authorization linked to their own passport, including children and infants. A parent or guardian can complete the application on a child's behalf.
Bangladeshi applicants should submit the application within about 5 days of their intended departure date. Apply early enough to allow for processing — typically up to 9 hours, but allow up to 24 hours — before your flight.
No. The TA authorises you to board your flight and request entry, but the final decision is made by an immigration officer on arrival. Be ready to show your passport, return ticket, accommodation, sufficient funds and insurance to receive your Visitor's Permit.