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Fidgeting with excitement about visiting the paradisiac islands of Seychelles? To retreat into the quietness and serenity of it all with a dash of thrill sprinkled across the trip?

If you have taken care of the different facets of your travel like flight tickets and hotel bookings, maybe it is time to consider a travel insurance policy as well.

You might be wondering, “Do I need travel insurance for Seychelles”?

There is a saying that goes “Better safe than sorry”, and is particularly applicable when you are far from home. In an ideal world, you would not need a travel insurance policy, but unfortunately, in this world, international travelling is fraught with uncertainties and mishaps. You might fall ill, meet with an accident, lose your wallet or baggage in transit, or have a thousand other things go wrong.

Not everything might go as you have planned and to cover those situations so that your pocket does not suffer the brunt, a travel insurance policy is not only important but necessary. 

Is it Mandatory to Purchase a Travel Insurance Policy to Visit Seychelles?

It is not compulsory to purchase a travel insurance policy to travel to Seychelles. Nonetheless, you must purchase one whenever you are visiting an international location.

A travel insurance policy will reduce your financial burden significantly in the event of any mishap or medical emergency.

Why is a Travel Insurance Policy Important?

Even though a travel insurance policy is not mandatory when travelling to Seychelles, it is important that you consider it to secure your finances. Travelling is anyway a costly affair considering the flight expenses, accommodation costs, food, and other related expenditures; when on top of that you have to shell out additional money for something unplanned and undesired, it is sure to put a damper on your vacation.

A travel insurance policy covers expenses that arise out of several situations recurrent when travelling. And, although Seychelles is generally a safe country, there have been instances of burglary and break-ins, causing tourists great financial distress. Travel insurance provides financial assistance in times of such distress.

Also, medical emergencies can occur at any time. In your homeland, it is easy to find medical attention without much fuss, but it becomes all the more difficult when in foreign soil, especially because you are only carrying so much money to meet expenses you had planned.

So, it is always better to have a travel insurance policy in place to meet these sudden and extremely undesired expenses without tolling your pocket. 

What is the cost of Travel Insurance for Seychelles from India?

A $50,000 Seychelles Travel insurance plan from India for 4 days-1adult is starting from ₹225 only (GST extra).

What’s great about International Travel Insurance for Seychelles by Digit?

Zero Deductibles - You don’t pay anything at all when you make a claim – it’s all on us. 

Adventure Sports Covered - Our coverage includes activities such as scuba diving, bungee jumping & sky diving (provided the duration is one day) 

Immediate Monetary Compensation for Flight Delays - We don’t want to waste your time any further. That’s why, when your flight is delayed for more than 6 hours, we give you an immediate compensation of ₹500-1000.

Smartphone-enabled Processes - No paperwork, no running around. Just upload your documents when you make a claim.

Missed-call Facility - Give us a missed call at +91-7303470000 and we’ll call you back in 10 minutes. No more international calling charges! 

Worldwide Support - We’ve partnered with the world’s largest health & travel insurance network Allianz, to support you seamlessly across the globe. T&C apply*

Seychelles Travel Insurance Plans that fit your needs

Basic Option Offers coverages for the most common mishaps that can be encountered on an international trip.
Comfort Option This plan not only covers you for the most common mishaps on your trip but also keeps you protected from each hiccup, so your trip goes just how it should!

Basic Option Comfort Option

Medical Cover

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Emergency Accidental Treatment & Evacuation

Accidents occur at the most unexpected times. Unfortunately, we can’t save you there, but we can surely help you get the best treatment. We cover you for immediate medical treatment that results in hospitalization.

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Emergency Medical Treatment & Evacuation

God forbid if you fall ill during your trip in an unknown country, don’t panic! We will take care of your treatment costs. We will cover you for expenses like hospital room rent, operation theatre charges, etc.

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Personal Accident

We hope this cover is never required. But for any accident during the trip, resulting in death or a disability, this benefit is there for support.

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Daily Cash Allowance (Per day/Max 5 days)

When on a trip, you manage your cash efficiently. And we do not want you to shell out anything extra for emergencies. So, when you are hospitalized, you get a fixed daily cash allowance per day, to manage your daily expenses.

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Accidental Death & Disability

While this cover has everything like the emergency accidental treatment cover, it has one extra layer of protection. It also covers death & disability while boarding, de-boarding or are inside the flight (Touchwood!).

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Emergency Dental Treatment

If you encounter acute pain or meet with an accidental injury to your teeth on the trip, resulting in emergency dental treatment provided by a medical practitioner, we will cover you for the expenses incurred due to the treatment.

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Smooth transit covers

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Trip Cancellation

If unfortunately, your trip gets cancelled, we cover the pre-booked, non-refundable expenses of your trip.

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Common Carrier Delay

If your flight gets delayed by more than a certain time limit, you get the benefit amount, no questions asked!

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Delay of Checked-in Baggage

Waiting at the conveyor belt is annoying, we know! So, if your checked-in baggage is delayed for more than 6 hours, you get the benefit amount, no questions asked!

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Total loss of Checked-in Baggage

The last thing that can happen on a trip is your baggage getting lost. But if something like this happens, you get the benefit amount for the entire baggage getting permanently lost. If two out three bags are lost, you get a proportional benefit, i.e. 2/3rd of the benefit amount.

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Missed Connection

Missed the flight? Don’t worry! We will pay for extra accommodation and travel needed to reach the next destination shown on your ticket/itinerary if, you miss a pre-booked onward flight because of a delay in the flight.

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Flexible Trip

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Loss of Passport

The worst thing to happen in an unknown land is to lose your passport or visa. If something like this happens, we reimburse the expenses, if it is lost, stolen or damaged while you are outside of your country.

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Emergency Cash

If on a bad day, all your money is stolen, and you need emergency cash, this cover will come to your rescue.

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Emergency Trip Extension

We don’t want our vacations to end. But we don’t want to stay in a hospital too! If due to an emergency during your trip, you need to lengthen your stay, we will reimburse the cost of hotel extensions and return flight rescheduling. The emergency could be a natural calamity in your travel area or an emergency hospitalization.

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Trip Abandonment

In case of emergency, If you had to return home early from your trip, that would be really sad. We can’t fix that but we will cover charges for alternate travel arrangements and non-refundable travel costs like accommodation, planned events and excursion expenses.

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Personal Liability & Bail Bond

Due to an unfortunate incident, if there are any legal charges against you while you are travelling, we will pay for it.

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Coverage option suggested above is only indicative and is based on market study and experience. You may opt for any additional coverages as per your requirement. Please call us at 1800-258-5956 in case you want to opt for any other coverages or wish to know further details.

To read about the policy in detail please click here.

With us, get access to VIP claims

After you buy our international travel insurance for Seychelles, you live tension free as we have a 3-step, completely digital claims process!

Step 1

Give us a call at 1800-258-5956 (if in India) or drop a missed call at +91-7303470000 & we’ll call back in 10 mins.

Step 2

Upload the required documents & your bank account details, on the link sent.

Step 3

We’ll take care of the rest!

Why choose Digit for your Seychelles Travel Insurance from India?

In recent years, Digit insurance has emerged to be one of the most reputed travel insurance providers in India. With a strictly customer-oriented approach, it has made insurance policies more convenient for individuals. 

A few reasons why Digit is an ideal choice for your Seychelles travel insurance policy are mentioned below:

  • Reimbursement for Missing a Connecting Flight - In case you miss your connecting flight due to a flight delay, you might need to book another flight and stay somewhere for the time being. A Seychelles travel insurance policy from Digit will cover for the expenses you have to incur on account of a missed connecting flight.
  • Coverage for Delayed In-Transit Luggage - Delayed in-transit luggage ought to be frustrating. You have your essentials in it and starting your trip without at least a change of clothes is inconvenient.  With a Seychelles travel insurance policy, you will receive a certain sum of money as stipulated in your policy to make temporary arrangements so that you can get started on your vacation.
  • Participate in Adventure Sports without Worry - Nothing should stop you from participating in adventure sports, especially when in Seychelles. And in case, you injure yourself while participating in a single-day adventure sports activity, costs of medication will be covered under a travel insurance policy.
  • No Deductible Required - A deductible is what you need to pay towards a certain expense before you can claim for the remainder with your insurance provider. But, with travel insurance for Seychelles from India, you do not need to pay any deductible and can claim the entire amount. 
  • Coverage for Emergency Hospitalisation - In case you fall sick due to some reason or have an accident resulting in hospitalisation, expenses for the same will be covered under a Seychelles travel insurance policy.
  • Affordable Premium - A Seychelles travel insurance policy with a sum insured of $50,000 can be obtained against a premium of Rs. 225 (excluding GST of 18%) per day for one person. It is a considerably small amount to pay keeping in view the scale of expenses that you might have to bear on account of unforeseeable events. 

Know more about Seychelles

Seychelles is an archipelago consisting of 115 granite and coral islands, located off the east of Kenya, surrounded by the azure waters of the Indian Ocean. Its picturesque white-sand beaches married with boulder-dotted coastlines and verdant hills offer a sublime experience.

Seychelles is an ideal location if you are seeking a break from the bustle of the city and want some quiet time with sounds of waves crashing on the gigantic boulders embalming your being. And when doldrums hit your vacation, there’s a myriad of activities to participate in for a major adrenaline rush. 

What is the Best Time to Visit Seychelles?

  • April & May and October & November – These periods mark the transition between the north-western trade winds and the south-eastern trade winds, setting mild and enjoyable weather across Seychelles. These months are ideal for taking a dive, sunbathing, scuba diving, climbing hills, and wildlife watching. Also, tourists do not frequent Seychelles during these months, and hence, the islands will be a lot quieter and calm. 
  • December & January and July & August – Islands will be filled with tourists around these times, who come from countries far and wide to escape either a bitterly cold winter or scorching summer seasons. 
  • June to September – This period is notable in Seychelles for cold, dry weather. Sunbathing during these months is enjoyable and also taking long treks through its lush jungles. Also, surfing is a popular adventure sport during these months. 

Top 5 Places to Visit in Seychelles

  • Mahe Island - Mahe is the largest island in the archipelago with 65 beaches in total. It is crowned by the highest hills in Seychelles and dressed with verdant forests and surreal pink beaches lined at the coast with boulders that stand timelessly on its shores. It is also home to a plethora of flora & fauna and hosts multiple tourist attractions in the capital city of Victoria. 
  • La Digue Island - La Digue is popular for its granite boulders dotting the coastline of the island. The surreal view of azure waters kissing the granite boulders, adorned by bright sunlight is every shutterbug’s dream capture. And if you are tired of modern hotels, this place is your respite with island-style accommodations and traditional transport mediums such as bicycle and ox-carts. 
  • Praslin Island - Praslin Island is home to an extremely rare species of parrots known as black parrots. You can find it on the beaches as well as in the Praslin National Park. It also features the UNESCO Heritage Site of Valle de Mai, which is home to six endemic palm trees along with the popular coco de mer. 
  • Bird Island - This island is home to a wide range of birds migrating in May to November, which can go north of a million during peak periods. These migratory birds include a wide variety of terns. Bird Island is ideal for wildlife photography. 
  • Fregate Island - And finally, for a shot of adrenaline sprinkle to an otherwise tranquil trip, you can visit the Fregate Island. It is the most popular destination in Seychelles for water adventure sports such as scuba diving, snorkelling, etc. Also, there are numerous birds you can view on this island known as frigate birds. 

These five islands are a must-visit if you are visiting Seychelles. Apart from these, there are other attractions which you can put in your itinerary if you have time in your hands such as Aldabra Island, Aride Island, etc. 

Seychelles Visa Requirements for Indians

  • Visa type - No visa required. Visitors are issued a permit on arrival.
  • Duration - A maximum stay of 30 days.
  • Visa fee – Free of cost.
  • Know more about Seychelles visa for Indians

Safety Measures to take when visiting Seychelles

The precautions you need to take when vacationing in Seychelles are:

  • Be wary with your valuables on the road, as there have been instances of snatching.
  • Move-in large groups to avoid getting targeted or trailed by mob groups.
  • With increasing instances of break-ins, it is safe to keep your valuables in a locker in the hotel you are staying.
  • Choose a hotel that has adequate security facilities.
  • Beware of pirates when on the sea, especially around Somalia and Gulf of Aden. 

Indian Embassy in Seychelles

  • Address: 3rd Floor, Maison Esplanade, Francis Rachel Street, Victoria, Mahe, Republic of Seychelles.
  • Timings: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Contact Number: (+248) 4674100

FAQs about Seychelles Travel Insurance from India

How can I make a claim or avail assistance from Digit?

Give Digit a missed call to +91-7303470000 and our customer service agents will get back to you in 10 minutes. Next, upload the requisite documents along with the bank account details on our website and your claim will be addressed. 

If I am travelling with someone else, do I need to obtain a separate travel insurance policy?

No, you can include that person under one travel insurance policy. The sum insured will then be for each individual. It starts from Rs. 340 (excluding 18% GST) for one day.