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Honest, sourced guidance so you travel confident. Most of any country is calmer than the headlines suggest.
Safety
Countrywide advisory (Government of Canada)
Exercise normal precautionsExercise normal security precautions
Source: Government of Canada · Verified 2026-07-26
Mahe Island and Victoria
Exercise normal precautionsThe main island and capital are safe with low crime. Normal urban caution applies, but robbery and theft are rare.
Source: UK FCDO · Verified 2026-07-06
Praslin and La Digue Islands
Exercise normal precautionsSmaller granite islands are very safe and peaceful. Petty theft is almost nonexistent.
Source: UK FCDO · Verified 2026-07-06
Outer Islands and Atolls
Exercise normal precautionsRemote islands (Aldabra, Farquhar, Desroches) are pristine and safe. Access is controlled and minimal infrastructure exists.
Source: UK FCDO · Verified 2026-07-06
4 zones rated separately against Government of Canada, UK FCDO. Oldest check on this page: 6 July 2026.
Emergency Contacts
Seychelles Police Force
police
Emergency Medical Services
ambulance
Fire Services
fire
Seychelles Hospital
hospital · Victoria