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Hiring in Seychelles

Hiring employees compliantly in Seychelles means doing it yourself or using an Employer of Record like Global Expansion. You should be careful using independent contractor agreements in Seychelles so that you don’t run afoul of employment laws. To hire an employee compliantly and offer them mandatory benefits and compliant agreements, you can:

(a) Establish your own new legal entity, banking, accounting and payroll service in Seychelles; or

(b) use an Employer of Record like Global Expansion who can handle all of the details for you.

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Labor Laws in Seychelles

Employee Probation Period

  • Probationary period cannot exceed 6 months

Annual Leave in Seychelles

  • Employees are generally entitled to 21 days of paid annual leave, or 1.75 days per month worked.
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Holidays in Seychelles

New Year’s Day 1st January
Good Friday 10th April
Holy Saturday 1th April
Easter Monday 13th April
Labor Day 1st May
Corpus Christi 11th June
Constitution Day 18th June
Independence Day 29th June
Assumption of Mary 15th August
All Saints' Day 2nd November
Feast of the Immaculate Conception 8th December
Christmas Day  25th December

 

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Maternity Leave Seychelles

  • Female employees are generally entitled to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave. 

Paternity Leave Seychelles

  • Male employees are entitled to 10 days of paternity leave

Sick Leave in Seychelles

  • In general, employees are entitled to 30 days of paid sick leave per year, or in cases of hospitalization, 60 days.

Working Hours in Seychelles

  • The standard work week may not exceed 60 hours or 12 hours per day.

Overtime in Seychelles

  • Overtime is allowed of up to 60 hours per month or 15 extra hours per week.
  • Overtime is payable:
    • In the case of a worker, other than a shift worker or a watchman, at the rate of
      • 1 ½ hours’ pay for 1 hour's work on a weekday
      • 2 hours’ pay for 1 hour’s work on a holiday

Termination of Employment in Seychelles

If terminating an employee for just cause, the employer must give the following notice:

  • Casual worker: one day
  • Worker on probation: seven days
  • Any other Seychellois worker: one month’s notice
  • Non-Seychellois worker who is also not a casual worker and not on probation: term as specified in the employment contract, or if none specified, one month’s notice
  • Severance pay may be due to the employee and depends upon the method of termination.

Notice Period in Seychelles

  • If terminating an employee for just cause, the employer must give the following notice:
    • Casual worker: one day
    • Worker on probation: seven days
    • Any other Seychellois worker: one month’s notice
    • Non-Seychellois worker who is also not a casual worker and not on probation: term as specified in the employment contract, or if none specified, one month’s notice

Seychelles Salary and Wages

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13th / 14th Month Salary in Seychelles

  • Yes (Mandatory)
  • There is a statutory requirement to pay the 13th month salary.
  • This is equivalent to one month salary.
  • The payment is relegated to nationals.
  • Some employers may decide to pay the 14th month but that is discretionary.
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Income Tax in Seychelles

  • All individuals, whether resident or non-resident in Seychelles, are subject to personal income tax on their gross income derived from Seychelles. 
  • Residents are subject to tax on worldwide income.
  • Taxable income includes income from employment (and fringe benefits), gains on the disposal of business assets, income from the exercise of a business or profession and investment income (dividends, interest, royalties, fees, rental income, etc.). 
  • Benefits in kind are subject to the non-monetary benefits tax on the value as prescribed in the law. 
  • The taxable amount depends on the kind of benefits. 
  • Individual income tax is levied on employment income at progressive rates up to 30% as per the above table. 
  • Tax also is levied on non-monetary benefits paid to the employee at a rate of 20%, which is paid by the employer under the monthly payroll tax filing.

Taxable income (SCR)  Citizens

Rate

0 – 8 555.50

0%

8 555.51 – 10 000

15%

10 000.01 to 83 000

20%

Above 83 000

30%

Non-monetary benefits

20%

Taxable income (SCR)  Non-Citizens

Rate

0 – 10 000

15%

10 000.01 to 83 000

20%

Above 83 000

30%

Non-monetary benefits

20%

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Immigration Seychelles

  • All foreign nationals visiting Seychelles are granted visa free access. 
  • They must be in a possession of a valid passport, return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and sufficient funds. 
  • The Visitor’s Permit is issued free of charge and is initially valid for up to three months but it can be extended for a fee for a period of up to three months with further extensions not exceeding total period of twelve months.
  • Every foreigner trying to work in Seychelles needs a Gainful Occupation Permit (GOP), also known as a work permit. 
  • This document allows the person to be gainfully occupied in Seychelles, either as an employee or a self-employed person. 
  • Either the prospective employer or the employee, in the case of a self-employed person, must fill out the application at least 10 weeks before work starts. 
  • A foreigner cannot enter the country with the purpose of employment before obtaining a GOP.
  • Employees will also need a resident permit to live in the country. 
  • These permits are typically granted to people who are:
    • Not prohibited immigrants
    • Connected with Seychelles through family or other domestic options
    • Making a special contribution to the country’s economic, social, or cultural life
  • Throughout the application process, Seychelles considers certain factors before giving out Seychelles work permits or GOPs, including:
    • The technical or professional qualifications of the applicant
    • The applicant’s reputation, health, and character
    • The availability of local people for the job
    • Protection of any local interests
    • The social and economic benefit the applicant can bring to the country
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Type of Visa/Permit

Documentation

Validity

Eligibility

Gainful Occupation Permit (GOP)
  • Valid Passport
  • Completed application form
  • CV
  • Academic qualifications
  • Passport size photos
1 year
  • Foreigners must obtain a GOP in order to work in Seychelles
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Value Added Tax (VAT) in Seychelles

  • VAT is levied on the supply of goods or services in Seychelles, and on the import of goods or services
  • The standard VAT rate is 15%. A 0% rate applies to certain supplies.

VAT

Standard Rate

Group 1083

15%

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Mandatory Benefits in Seychelles

  • These are mandatory benefits as postulated by law
  • These include probationary period, annual leave, public holidays, sick leave, maternity leave, paternity leave, overtime pay, notice period, and 13th month pay 
  • Statutory benefits also include social security benefits
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Mandatory Benefits overview

  • Probationary period

  • Annual Leave

  • Public Holidays

  • Maternity Leave

  • Paternity Leave

  • Sick Leave

  • Overtime Pay

  • Notice Period

  • 13th month pay

  • Social Security Benefits

Payments And Invoicing

  • The tax year is the calendar year.
  • There is no joint taxation of spouses in Seychelles. 
  • Spouses are taxed separately on their individual emoluments and non-monetary benefits insofar as the collection of tax is made through withholding at source.
  • Filing and payment – An annual business tax return must be submitted by individuals engaged in business activities by 31 March following the end of the tax year. 
  • As far as employment income is concerned, income tax withheld on the emoluments of employees must be remitted to the SRC on a monthly basis, using the Business Activity Statement. 
  • Business tax may be remitted/paid in different ways as described in the above section. 
  • Income tax withheld on the emoluments of employees must be paid to the SRC by the employer on a monthly basis.

Payroll Accrual in Seychelles

Country Accruals Additional Information

Pension fund 2.00%
Social security 20.00%
Maternity leave 14 weeks
Vacations 9.32%
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Description

Probationary periods are permitted.Employers should provide one month notice to employees working under a fixed-term contract if they intend not to renew the contract.If terminating an employee for just cause, the employer must give the following notice:Casual worker: one day,Worker on probation: seven days,Any other Seychello is worker: one month’s notice,Non-Seychellois worker who is also not a casual worker and not on probation: term as specified in the employment contract, or if none specified, one month’s notice.Severance pay may be due to the employee and depends upon the method of termination.

Payroll Accruals Additional Information

 

 

Employment Accruals

Annual Leave Employees are generally entitled to 21 days of paid annual leave This equals 5.75% (21/365 days) of annual income

Maternity Leave Female employees are generally entitled to 14 weeks of paid maternity leave. This equals 26.9% (14/52 weeks) of annual income
Paternity Leave Male employees are entitled to 10 days of paternity leave  This equals 2.7% (10/365 days) of annual icnome
Sick Leave In general, employees are entitled to 30 days of paid sick leave per year, or in cases of hospitalization, 60 days. This equals 8.22% (30/365 days) of annual income

Overtime Overtime is allowed of up to 60 hours per month, or 15 extra hours per week. Normal hourly rate is around 122.5 SCR. Overtime is paid at an additional 61.25 SCR

Accrued Benefits in Seychelles

Christmas Bonus %

Based on one month bonus

8.33%
Christmas Bonus Over Vacations % 0%
Severance per Year%

No statutory requirement

 
Vacations %

Employees are entitled to 21 days of annual leave (5.76% of annual salary)

5.76%
Of annual
salary
Notice %

Employees are entitled to a 1 month of notice period for one year of service or more (8.33%)

8.33%
Christmas Bonus Over Notifications % 0%
Vacations Plus % 0%

Total percentage of Salary (yearly)

The total employment accruals as a percentage of salary per anum are equal to 22.42%

22.42%

Why use Global Expansion to hire in Seychelles

Establishing a branch office or subsidiary in Seychelles can be time-consuming, expensive and complex. With such a robust labor market in place, one must pay great attention to detail when structuring employment because Seychelles labor laws are complex.

The company also has a responsibility to comply with specific employment practices dictated by Seychelles law to maintain its good standing as an equal opportunity employer.

Global Expansion makes it easy for you to expand into Seychelles. We'll help you hire your candidate of choice, handle HR matters and payroll, and ensure that you comply with local laws without the burden of setting up a foreign branch office or subsidiary. In addition, you'll have complete control and direction over your employees.

We enable you to stay in control of everything. Our Seychelles Global Professional Employer Organization (PEO) and Employer of Record (EOR) solution provides you with peace of mind to focus on running your company and the security to enter new markets.

 

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