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Seychelles Tax Rates

Seychelles operates a progressive personal income tax system with rates up to 30%. The Seychelles Revenue Commission (SRC) administers the system, featuring a 25% corporate tax rate, 15% VAT, and no capital gains tax. Seychelles is a popular offshore financial center and tourism destination with favorable tax policies for international business companies.

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Top Income Tax Rate

30%

Corporate Tax Rate

25%

VAT / Sales Tax

15%

Capital Gains Tax

0%

Income Tax Brackets

Seychelles levies progressive income tax with rates from 0% to 30%. The first SCR 150,000 is tax-free. Employment income is subject to PAYE withholding. International Business Companies (IBCs) are exempt from personal income tax for non-resident directors.

Income RangeTax Rate
Rs 0 – Rs 150K0%
Rs 150K – Rs 600K15%
Rs 600K+30%

Corporate Tax

The standard corporate tax rate is 25% on the first SCR 1 million and 30% on income above that. International Business Companies (IBCs) pay 1.5% corporate tax. Special licence companies benefit from a 1.5% rate. Companies in the tourism and fisheries sectors may qualify for incentives.

Standard Rate

25%

Capital Gains Tax

Seychelles does not impose capital gains tax. Gains from the disposal of shares, property, and other capital assets are not taxable.

Rate

0%

VAT / Sales Tax

VAT is levied at 15% on most goods and services. Essential goods and services are exempt or zero-rated. Tourism accommodation is subject to a separate tourism tax.

Standard Rate

15%

Cryptocurrency Tax

Seychelles does not impose capital gains tax on cryptocurrency. The Seychelles Financial Services Authority has provided a framework for digital asset businesses. Several major crypto exchanges are registered in Seychelles.

No crypto taxTreatment: No capital gains tax

Tax Treaties

Seychelles has approximately 10 double taxation agreements.

Treaty Network

10

Double taxation agreements

Major treaty partners:

South AfricaMauritiusChinaBelgiumUAEVietnamQatar

Key Details

Tax AuthoritySeychelles Revenue Commission (SRC)
Fiscal YearJanuary 1 - December 31
Tax SystemProgressive
CurrencySeychellois Rupee (₨)
Filing DeadlineMarch 31 of the following year
Residency RuleAn individual is resident if present in Seychelles for more than 183 days in a year.
Last Updated2026-01-28

Relocate to Seychelles

See how much you could save by moving here from your current country.

Annual Savings

+$22K

Tax in United States

$24K

24.4% effective

Tax in Seychelles

$2K

2% effective

You Save

91.8%

less tax annually

US Citizens: Important Note

US citizens are taxed on worldwide income regardless of residence. You'll still need to file US taxes, though the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion and Foreign Tax Credit may reduce your liability.

Seychelles Tax FAQ

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