Capital city in Mahé, Seychelles
Cost of living in Victoria
How much a month costs in Victoria
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $2,370–3,730 (SCR35,000–55,000).
Prices in Victoria
Typical 2026 ranges in SCR, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | SCR | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | SCR12,000–25,000 | $813–1,690 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | SCR8,000–16,000 | $542–1,080 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | SCR500–900 | $34–61 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | SCR1,800–4,000 | $122–271 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | SCR90–200 | $6.1–13.6 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | SCR350–750 | $24–51 |
| Cappuccino | SCR55–95 | $3.7–6.4 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | SCR70–120 | $4.7–8.1 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | SCR10–20 | $0.7–1.4 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | SCR250–450 | $17–31 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | SCR600–1,300 | $41–88 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | SCR250–600 | $17–41 |
Value for money: 23/100
A value score of 23/100 means Victoria gives more quality of life per dollar than 22% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 76/100. It's the 1st most affordable of 4 places we cover in Seychelles.
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Cost of living across Seychelles
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Cheaper alternatives to Victoria
Similar safety, lower cost, in Africa.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Victoria?
About $1,150–1,760 on a lean budget, $2,370–3,730 for a comfortable month and $5,760–10,170 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Victoria?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs SCR12,000–25,000 ($813–1,690) a month in the center and SCR8,000–16,000 ($542–1,080) outside it.
How much does food cost in Victoria?
A local meal is SCR90–200 ($6.1–13.6); a mid-range restaurant is SCR350–750 ($24–51) per person.
Is Seychelles expensive?
Prices in Seychelles are about 54% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Seychelles Tourism Board
- Cat Cocos (inter-island ferries)
- Seychelles Travel Authorisation
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.