Cost of Living in Seychelles 2026 — Rent, Food, Tax & BudgetAll figures are shown in EUR for comparability. The local currency of Seychelles is the Seychellois rupee (SCR).
Monthly Living Costs in Seychelles
Average prices from our cost dataset, re-checked on a rolling basis:
1BR Rent
per month, city average
3BR Rent
per month, city average
Groceries
per month, single person
Transport
per month, public transit pass
Utilities
per month, basic apartment
Meal Out
typical price per meal
Monthly budget (single person): €1,655 (1-bedroom rent + groceries + transport + utilities)
Monthly budget (couple): €1,980 (shared 1-bedroom rent, two of everything else)
These are national averages — actual costs vary by city and lifestyle.
How Expensive Is Seychelles Overall?
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost-of-living index (market data; higher = more expensive) | 60.1 |
| Rent index | 27.6 |
| Groceries index | 74.8 |
| Restaurant price index | 66.2 |
| Local purchasing-power index (higher = stronger) | 34.3 |
| Price level index (World Bank, 2024; US = 100) | 53.7 |
Salaries by Sector
Typical gross annual salaries in Seychelles from our sector dataset:
| Sector | Typical gross annual (EUR) |
|---|---|
| IT & Software | €32,000 |
| Engineering | €28,000 |
| Finance | €26,000 |
| Healthcare | €22,000 |
| Construction | €20,000 |
| Education | €19,000 |
| Hospitality | €15,000 |
| Retail | €14,000 |
Taxes in Seychelles
Headline tax figures that shape your take-home pay:
| Tax | Rate / amount |
|---|---|
| Effective income tax at €90k gross | 9.5% |
| Net monthly pay at €90k gross | €6,033 |
| VAT / sales tax | 15% |
| Top personal income-tax rate | 20% |
Worked example: on a €90,000 gross salary, net pay is about €6,033 per month. After rent and essentials (€1,655), roughly €4,378 per month is left for savings and discretionary spending.
How Seychelles Compares to Its Neighbours
| Country | 1BR Rent | Groceries | Transport | Cost index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seychelles | €1,150 | €280 | €45 | 60.1 |
| Ethiopia | €180 | €85 | €35 | 17 |
| Tanzania | €464 | €180 | €13 | 25.2 |
| Kenya | €450 | €120 | €35 | 34.8 |
Quality of Life Metrics
Beyond cost, these factors shape everyday life in Seychelles:
Safety index
Healthcare index
Internet speed
English proficiency
Life expectancy
Expat satisfaction
What It Costs to Get In: Visas & Residence
We track 7 residence and visa routes for Seychelles — see the full Seychelles visa programme list.
Lowest documented income requirement among tracked routes: €1,200 per month — Student Permit (student route). Requirements change; always confirm on the official page before applying.
Our engine estimates a minimum financial viability of €1,655 per month to sustain a move to Seychelles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Seychelles expensive?
Seychelles has a cost-of-living index of 60.1 (higher = more expensive). A 1-bedroom apartment averages €1,150 per month and a single person spends about €1,655 per month on rent plus essentials.
How much money do I need per month in Seychelles?
About €1,655 per month covers rent and essentials for a single person (1-bedroom rent + groceries + transport + utilities). A couple sharing a 1-bedroom apartment needs about €1,980 per month.
What is the average rent in Seychelles?
A 1-bedroom apartment averages €1,150 per month and a 3-bedroom apartment averages €2,200 per month in Seychelles. Prices vary significantly between city centres and smaller towns.
What do people earn in Seychelles?
Typical gross annual salaries in Seychelles range from €14,000 (Retail) to €32,000 (IT & Software), based on our sector dataset.
Which residence route has the lowest income requirement for Seychelles?
Among the 7 Seychelles residence routes we track, the lowest documented income requirement is €1,200 per month (Student Permit). Requirements change; always confirm on the official page before applying.
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