Africa
Money, cards and tipping in Seychelles
SCRRupee
Money in Seychelles
Cards almost everywhere Cards work almost everywhere; carry some rupees for buses, markets and small cafés. Hotels often quote euros. US$1 ≈ SCR14.75 (03 Oct 2026).
Key facts
- Tipping: Not expected; 10% is welcome if no service charge. Many restaurants add 10%.
- ATMs: ATMs on Mahé, Praslin and La Digue dispense rupees; foreign-card fees apply and some machines run out.
- Paying by phone: Apple and Google Pay work at some contactless terminals; local wallets are not used by visitors.
- Price level: about 54% of US prices (World Bank PPP).
Cash or card, by place
| Place | Cards | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mahé | Cards almost everywhere | Cards almost everywhere; carry rupees for buses, markets and small cafés. Hotels often quote euros. |
| Praslin | Cards almost everywhere | Cards at most hotels and restaurants; carry rupees for buses, markets and small cafés. ATMs in Grand Anse and Baie Sainte Anne. |
| La Digue | Cards almost everywhere | Cards at most hotels and restaurants; carry rupees for market stalls and small cafés. ATM near La Passe. |
| Victoria | Cards almost everywhere | Cards at most hotels and restaurants; carry rupees for market stalls, buses and small cafés. ATMs are plentiful. |
Quick answers
Do you tip in Seychelles?
Not expected; 10% is welcome if no service charge. Many restaurants add 10%.
Is Seychelles cashless?
Cards almost everywhere. Cards work almost everywhere; carry some rupees for buses, markets and small cafés. Hotels often quote euros.
What currency does Seychelles use?
The Rupee (SCR). US$1 ≈ SCR14.75 (03 Oct 2026).
Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- US State Department travel advisory
- Seychelles Travel Authorisation
- Seychelles Tourism Board
- UK FCDO travel advice: Seychelles
- World Bank open data
Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.