The equatorial archipelago of Seychelles hosts a diverse collection of seabird colonies, giant resident tortoises, at least 1,000 species of fish, and dozens of endemic plants. And like their islands, the Seychellois are a multicultural blend of ethnicities and continents who welcome tourists to their beautiful beaches, coral reefs, and forest reserves.
Seychelles's high-income economy allows it to boast having the highest nominal per capita GDP of any African nation. So, it is no surprise that its e-commerce revenue growth is expected to be 20% annually until 2025. And as French and English are Seychelles's official languages, Canadians are its perfect trade partners.
Easily compare the best and cheapest shipping options to Seychelles through a variety of carriers using Secureship
Secureship provides safe and affordable shipping from Canada to Seychelles. In case you are an everyday shopper or a business,
you can easily save up to 50% on your international shipping costs by way of accessing our group buying power.
Shipments through Secureship come with full, easy to read tracking information to Seychelles
Tracking #:780123123123
Tel: 1-800-463-3339
Signed By: Pikwalia @ Residence
Oct 6, 2023
8:49 am
Beau Vallon, BV, SC
Delivered
Oct 5, 2023
7:18 am
Bel Ombre, BO, SC
In transit
Oct 4, 2023
9:03 pm
Anse Boileau, AB, SC
International Clearance
Oct 4, 2023
8:14 am
Victoria, VI, SC
In transit
Oct 4, 2023
12:17 am
Toronto, ON, CA
In transit
Oct 3, 2023
4:30 pm
Ottawa, ON, CA
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Disclaimer!
While we have made every effort to ensure that the information on this page is accurate, Customs laws and procedures change regularly so it is
important to consult a licensed broker in Seychelles before shipping any goods.
Types of Shipments
Not all types of shipments are created equal. Shipping a television will require different
paperwork, duties, and taxes than shipping an accounting statement, for example.
Here is a list of the most common types of shipments:
Gifts shipped to Seychelles will be allowed a duty- and VAT-free entry up to a value of $200 USD (about $250 CAD).
NOTE: Any powders or liquids in excess of 100 mL in volume will require a Material Safety and Data Sheet (MSDS).
Shipments from Individual-to-Individual
Gifts shipped from an individual in Canada to an individual in Seychelles will be duty and VAT free if the shipment's value is $200 USD or less (about $250 CAD).
Shipments from Business-to-Business
In general, gift shipments to Seychelles will be exempt from duties and taxes if the parcel's value is no more than $200 USD (about $250 CAD).
Shipments from Business-to-Individual
A gift shipment valued at no more than $200 USD (about $250 CAD) may enter Seychelles exempt from VAT and duty.
Gift Checklist
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
The words 'Gift Shipment' or 'Unsolicited Gift' are included on the commercial invoice, even if the shipment is sent at Christmas time
(see sample)
List the items in the parcel and write the value of each
Sending more than one gift in the parcel? Wrap and tag each one individually.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Gifts
Ship To
Invoice
Husain Salahuddin Medhuziyaaraly Magu Malé 20158 Seychelles
Phone: +(960) 300 7200
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Personal Shipment / Gift Shipment
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Gift Shipment: LEGO Star Wars Rebel UWing Fighter, 659 piece set
CA
$79.99
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Gifts Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $79.99
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Multiple Gifts in One Shipment
Should your parcel contain multiple gifts to different people, please wrap and tag each gift separately.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Gifts
Ship To
Invoice
Husain Salahuddin Medhuziyaaraly Magu Malé 20158 Seychelles
Phone: +(960) 300 7200
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Unsolicited Gift: Consolidated Gift Package
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Gift - Roger: LEGO Star Wars Rebel UWing Fighter, 659 piece set
CA
$39.99
1 Each
Gift - Erica: Handwoven French Canadian Catalogne Blanket
CA
$49.99
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Gifts Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $89.98
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Citizens of Seychelles and those moving to the islands will be allowed a duty-free admission of their personal effects provided the goods have been used*, owned, and possessed by the claimant for at least 1 year.
Customs officials will allow entry to all goods that are normally required to maintain a household. However, containers of CFC gases are strictly prohibited.
*New items will be given a duty-free concession up to a value of Rs 1,000 per member of the household (about $95 CAD).
Moving Temporarily
Students
There is no information available at this time regarding students moving from Canada to Seychelles to study with their personal effects.
NOTE: Seychellois students who have been studying in Canada may ship their personal effects home exempt from the payment of customs duties if he or she has lived outside Seychelles for a minimum of 12 months. (The student will require documentation that certifies they were sent overseas to study or that they had attended an educational facility in Canada.)
Non-students
Non-students moving temporarily to Seychelles will be allowed to ship their personal effects duty-free provided the goods are used and owned by the claimant. Also, those goods must have been in the possession of the individual for at least 12 months.
Moving Permanently
Personal effects shipped to Seychelles by immigrants and returning citizens moving permanently will be exempt from duties provided the goods have been:
Used*; and
Owned; and
Possessed by the claimant for a minimum of 1 year
*Each person of the household will be entitled to a duty-free entry for new household items up to the limit of Rs 1,000 (about $95 CAD).
Personal Effects Checklist
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
Commercial invoice must clearly state 'Personal Effects' (see sample)
A detailed description of each item is provided
Students returning to Seychelles, must provide documentation certifying attendance at a Canadian education institute or having been sent abroad to study
Husain Salahuddin Medhuziyaaraly Magu Malé 20158 Seychelles
Phone: +(960) 300 7200
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Personal effects being delivered to my new address.
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
5 Pairs
Personal Effects: 5 pairs of various types of shoes
IN
$40.00
1 Each
Personal Effects: Arc'terix Winter Jacket
CA
$478.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Personal Effects Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $678.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Food, Chocolate, Candies
Foodstuffs (including food samples) shipped from Canada to Seychelles will require a health certificate before they will be allowed entry into the country. This is particularly important for fruits and vegetables, fish and seafood, and meat.
NOTE: Non-commercial shipments of meat (maximum of 10 kg) will require a single-use import permit from the Veterinary Services of Seychelles
You May Ship
Chocolate
Candies
Non-perishable foodstuffs
Do Not Ship
Perishables - fresh meat and fish, produce
Food, Chocolate, Candies Checklist
Clearly indicate 'Food' on the commercial invoice in the General Description or Remarks section (see sample)
Ensure that your food, chocolate, or candies may be imported into the country
You are not shipping commercial quantities (for any duty & tax exemption)
Check with your carrier that they will accept food shipments
Sample Commercial Invoice for Food, Chocolate, Candies
Ship To
Invoice
Husain Salahuddin Medhuziyaaraly Magu Malé 20158 Seychelles
Phone: +(960) 300 7200
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Food Shipment - Assorted chocolate bars in their original manufacturer's packaging
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Box
Nestle Chocolate Bars in original packaging expiring May 2021 (shelf life of 6 months or longer)
CA
$20.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Permanent / Sold Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $20.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Samples
Commercial samples* are shipped solely for the display and demonstration of products and to solicit sales of goods. They are not meant to be sold.
Samples with a value of less than Rs 300 (about $30 CAD) will be admitted to Seychelles duty-free. The samples must also be permanently marked 'SAMPLE' or rendered unsellable, for example, by defacement.
In the case of dutiable goods, customs will allow them to enter duty-free if they are marked as a sample as noted above.
NOTE: Samples of foods shipped for tasting in Seychelles must enter the country with a health certificate. This also applies to vegetables and fruits.
*Any powders or liquids in excess of 100 mL in volume will require a Material Safety and Data Sheet (MSDS).
Commercial Sample Checklist
A Commercial Invoice must be included with your shipment
Clearly indicate 'Commercial Samples' on the commercial invoice in the General Description & Detailed Description of Goods (see sample)
The item shipped has tearing, perforation, slashing, defacing, or has permanent marking clearing indicating the item as commercial sample
Husain Salahuddin Medhuziyaaraly Magu Malé 20158 Seychelles
Phone: +(960) 300 7200
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Commercial Sample - Not for Resale
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Box
Commercial Sample - Advanced reading copy of Dan Brown's novel.
CA
$20.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Commercial Sample Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $20.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Advertising Material
Advertising and promotional materials with a maximum value of Rs1,000 per item (about $95 CAD) will be allowed a duty-free entry into Seychelles. The goods must not be sold whilst in the country.
Advertising Material Checklist
Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'Promotional Material - Not for Resale' (see sample)
Sample Commercial Invoice for Promotional Material
Ship To
Invoice
Husain Salahuddin Medhuziyaaraly Magu Malé 20158 Seychelles
Phone: +(960) 300 7200
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Promotional Material - Not for Resale
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Promotional Material: Not for Resale. Product pamphlets to hand out at trade show.
CA
$163.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Promotional Material Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $163.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Repairs
Equipment and machinery that has been repaired in Canada will be allowed a VAT-free re-entry into Seychelles (duties will be incurred). However, if the work was done free of charge because of warranty obligations, no duties, levies, or other taxes will be applied to the shipment.
Items Under Warranty
Goods such as machinery and equipment that were shipped to Canada for warranty repairs will be exempt from all duties, taxes, or levies when they return to Seychelles provided the items were repaired at no charge.
Items No Longer Under Warranty
Items repaired in Canada that are not covered by a warranty will incur partial relief of duties and taxes when they return to Seychelles.
Sending Product for Repair to Seychelles
No information is available concerning machinery and equipment shipped to Seychelles for repairs.
Returning Repaired Product to Seychelles
Products repaired in Canada at no charge under a warranty obligation will be not liable to any taxes, levies, or duties when they return to Seychelles
Non-warranty repairs will be eligible for a partial exemption of taxes, levies, and duties
Repair Checklist
Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'REPAIR & RETURN' under the General Description or Remarks, and include the estimated time of return
(see sample)
Include repair contract with shipment
Serial or product number and the cost of repairs should be indicated under the Detailed Description of Goods section
Include the original shipping documents or tracking number from when the item was first exported to Seychelles or exported to Canada (depending on which case applies)
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
Husain Salahuddin Medhuziyaaraly Magu Malé 20158 Seychelles
Phone: +(960) 300 7200
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Repair and Return - Watch being sent for repair
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Fossil Watch being sent for repair - Model E5, serial # 789456FG7E2 - Repair Cost $76.00
US
$163.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Warranty Repair Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $163.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Temporary Imports
Goods imported for a temporary stay in Seychelles may enter exempt from duty, taxes, and levies if they remain in the country no more than 12 months. (An extension to 24 months may be granted by a request to the Assistant Commissioner of Customs.)
Goods are to remain unchanged during their stay in Seychelles except for normal wear-and-tear.
NOTE: Goods cannot be sold, hired out, or lent whilst in Seychelles
Goods granted a tax exemption because of a temporary stay in Seychelles include:
Commercial samples
Equipment used for a stage production, concert, or exhibition
Any item imported for a specific purpose
ATA Carnets
Seychelles customs do not accept ATA Carnets for the temporary importation of goods.
Temporary Imports Checklist
Commercial Invoice clearly stating 'Temporary Import'. This must be written in the General Description section and the Detailed Description of Goods.
(see sample)
The goods arrive and leave in the same condition, i.e. they undergo no repairs nor are they used in manufacturing
Stay no longer than the period listed above
Include your ATA Carnet with your shipment (if applicable)
Include the expected return date or the date that it was originally received within the country (whichever applies)
Any above listed items not listed in this checklist
Husain Salahuddin Medhuziyaaraly Magu Malé 20158 Seychelles
Phone: +(960) 300 7200
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Temporary Imports - Trade show booth and display equipment returning Jan 2020
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 box
Temporary Imports - Trade show booth and display equipment
CA
$1032.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Temporary Imports Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $1032.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Permanent/Sold Goods
Sold goods shipped to Seychelles from Canada will be allowed a VAT- and duty-free entry into the country provided the shipment's value is Rs 3,000 or less (about $300 CAD).
While most goods may enter Seychelles, they are controlled - see the Prohibited and Restricted section for details.
Occasional Shipper
Occasional shipments of sold goods to the Seychelles, for example through eBay, will be duty and VAT free if the value of the goods is no more than Rs3,000 (about $300 CAD).
Regular shipper
Secureship recommends that regular shippers of sold goods consult a licenced Seychellois customs broker to ensure that all procedures are followed for a smooth importation of goods.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Permanent/Sold Goods
Ship To
Invoice
Husain Salahuddin Medhuziyaaraly Magu Malé 20158 Seychelles
Phone: +(960) 300 7200
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Permanent/Sold: Parts and accessories for Canon B78n camera
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 3 Oct 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
15 Each
Camera Lenses: Canon EF 50mm, Canon EF 85mm & wide-angle lenses.
CA
$132.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Permanent/Sold Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $1980.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Required Documents
Shipping packages internationally requires a lot of documentation. This process alone can be confusing and time-consuming.
So we’ve narrowed down what documents you might need and ranked them based on likeliness of being needed.
Document Type
When?
Details
Shipping Label / Bill of Lading
Always required
This is a label provided by the carrier (UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.). Always required because the carrier needs to know the parcel's destination.
Commercial Invoice
Required for all non-document shipments
For all non-document shipments, you will require 3 copies of the commercial invoice (to be included with your shipping labels).
These are for customs purposes and need to be included inside a document pouch outside of the box.
When creating a shipment through the Secureship website, the system will help you create this document automatically.
B13a
Required if value exceeds $2,000 per shipment or is a controlled good
A B13a is required if your shipment exceeds $2000 CAD or is a controlled good
and is destined to a country other than the US, Puerto Rico, or the US Virgin Islands
Canada has a preferential trade agreement with Seychelles. A COO proves that an item has been produced, manufactured or processed in Canada.
When an item with a COO is imported into Seychelles, it will incur a reduced or zero-rated import duty.
Certificate of Insurance (COI)
Infrequently required
Shows that the shipment has been insured.
Banks may request a certificate of insurance when providing letters of credit for the goods. Otherwise,
it is generally your choice whether to purchase insurance for the shipment.
ATA Carnet
Infrequently required
Used to avoid duties and taxes on shipments of temporary nature.
If you ship goods of temporary nature to and from a country, you can obtain an ATA Carnet to expedite the customs clearance process and
ensure that anything of temporary nature is not charged duties and taxes.
No specific form required, but generally includes information regarding:
The exporter, importer and transport company
Date of issue
Number of freight invoice
Type and number of packages
Contents of each package
Marks and numbers
Net weight, gross weight and measurements of each package
Prohibited & Restricted Imports
Goods on the prohibited list will not be allowed entry into Seychelles; those on the restricted list may enter but will require a permit from the relevant government department.
Prohibited Items
Materials deemed obscene or pornographic
Automobile parts and accessories
Uniforms of a military nature
Firearms and ammunition
Counterfeit currencies
Narcotics and drugs
Toxic substances and chemicals (like asbestos, dieldrin)
CFC gases (ozone depleting substances)
Restricted Items
Wood of any type
Foodstuffs, particularly meat, produce, fish, and seafood
Plants and plant products
Alcoholic beverages
Tobacco products
Pharmaceuticals and medicines for both humans and animals
Only a few goods will incur duties when they enter Seychelles. Those that are dutiable will have the amount calculated using the CIF value of the shipment, which is the sum of the customs value plus insurance amount plus freight costs.
CIF Value = Customs Value + Insurance Amount + Freight Costs
By calculating the CIF value of your shipment before sending it, you will have an estimate of the amount of duty and VAT owed by the recipient.
Thresholds
Thresholds are the amount below which no duty or taxes are collected; this is also known as the de minimis value. For Seychelles, this amount is Rs 3,000 (about $300 CAD).
Currency
Seychelles rupee (SCR)
Duty Exemption (De minimis Value)
Rs 3000 (about $300 CAD)
Duty Calculation Method
CIF
TAX (VAT)
15%
Tax Exemption
(De minimis Value)
Rs 3000 (about $300 CAD)
Tax Calculation Method
CIF
Duties on Imports
Excise Duties
Excise duties are applied to the following goods shipped to Seychelles at the rates indicated:
Cigarillos, cheroots, and cigars (200%)
Cigarettes (Rs 96 for each pack of 200 - about $10 CAD)
Wine (Rs 1 per bottle - about 10¢ CAD); spirits (Rs 2 per bottle about 20¢ CAD)
You can purchase
insurance
through Secureship and it is provided by the carrier that will be transporting your shipment.
Each carrier will charge a different amount per $100 of declared insurance. If you indicate that you need insurance for your shipment our system will automatically include the insurance costs for your shipment.
Insurance is great to have in case your package is accidentally lost or damaged by the carrier. But be careful, not everything you ship is insurable. Worse - even if your package contains items that are insurable, if it doesn’t meet the ISTA 3A packaging standard, the insurance purchased through the carrier would not be available to you.
Here are some items that cannot be insured by the carrier:
Personal belongings
Antiques
Artwork
Liquids (including alcohol)
Televisions
Jewellery in excess of $500
Perishable goods
Glass or Ceramic
And many more items
For more information, please see the carrier's terms and conditions.
Shipping to Seychelles from Canada can take between 3-5 business days through the fastest carriers available on the Secureship platform.
More economical services, such as Canada Post, can take up to 1-2 months to complete the delivery.
