last edited Dec 11, 2019
Other Practical Information for the Seychelles
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What to Pack
At any time of year, pack light clothing plus a sweater for evenings or air conditioning. Don’t forget sun protection, rain gear in season, sunscreen, any medications, and mosquito repellent. A camera, memory card, adapter, charger, and flashlight are also essential items to include in your luggage.
Communications
Phone
International dialing code: (00 +) 248.
Internet
Internet access is available in most hotels—sometimes at a steep price. You may prefer to use cybercafés, where rates are much more affordable.
It’s best to post mail in Victoria, the capital, even though the service works fairly well elsewhere in the country.
Time Difference
Local time: .
The Seychelles archipelago is on GMT+4, meaning it’s two hours ahead of France in summer and three hours ahead in winter.
Given the archipelago’s location, it enjoys nearly 12 hours of daylight year-round, with sunrise around 6:00 AM and sunset around 6:30 PM.
Electricity
220-240 volts (50 Hz) with British-style plugs (type G), so you’ll need an adapter (easily available locally) for French and North American plugs.
Opening Hours
Shops are open Monday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a midday closure from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM on Saturdays. Banks are open weekdays from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM or 11:30 AM on Saturdays. Post offices operate Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM or until noon on Saturdays.
Laundries
Local Tourist Offices
There are several tourist information offices—you can find their contact details on the official website: Tourist Office
Weights and Measures
The Seychelles uses the metric system, just like France.
French Language Use
French is one of the main languages spoken in the Seychelles, alongside English and Seychellois Creole (which is also French-based). Between a third and half of Seychellois speak or understand French, depending on the level.