Bringing a dog or cat to Seychelles in 2026 falls into the strict category for international pet travel. Seychelles is in Africa. Pets entering Seychelles face quarantine on arrival (typically 14 days). A rabies titer (FAVN/RNATT) test is mandatory, with a 90-day waiting period between the blood draw and arrival.
Reviewed by Clifford Wilson, Founder of ClearToFly.pet. Compiled from official government and airline documentation. Last reviewed 2026-06-08.
Beyond rabies, Seychelles requires or recommends these vaccinations:
Plan to present the following at check-in and on arrival:
The following dog breeds are prohibited from entering Seychelles. Crossbreeds and look-alikes may also be denied entry:
These breeds face additional rules (muzzle requirements, registration, permits, or insurance) but are not outright banned:
Import permit required from Seychelles Veterinary Services — apply at least 30 days before travel. Quarantine of 14 days at government quarantine station. Rabies titer test required with minimum 0.5 IU/ml, at least 3 months before travel. Internal and external parasite treatment required within 5 days of departure. Pit Bull Terriers are banned. Pets enter through Seychelles International Airport on Mahé.
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Government pet import rules change without notice. Before booking flights, confirm requirements directly with the Seychelles veterinary authority. We also recommend cross-referencing the USDA APHIS Pet Travel database for U.S.-origin pets.
Data last verified 2026-06-08 from National Authority. Country code: SC.