Moving to Seychelles from France

moving to

What to Expect

Considering a move from France to Seychelles? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from France to Seychelles. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Victoria averages 86°F vs 60°F in Paris, making it significantly warmer.

Get free moving quotes to Seychelles

We've teamed up with a vetted network of international movers to help MyLifeElsewhere readers plan their move with confidence. Tell us about your move and get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes in under 2 minutes.

  • ✅ Up to 5 quotes from screened movers
  • ✅ Licensed and insured providers only
  • ✅ 100% free — you choose who contacts you

Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from France to Seychelles.

Living there in 2020
242 ↑ 1% vs 2015

people born in France live in Seychelles · UN DESA

Who's moving to Seychelles?

Top countries of origin for Seychelles's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Seychelles compared to France.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

FR
1.6
SC
9.3
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

FR
4.7
SC
6.6

France performs better than Seychelles across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2024

annual government + private spending per person

FR
$6,868
SC
$1,402
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

FR
33.4
SC
38.2

Seychelles generally does better on health & wellbeing, though France leads in health coverage index.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

FR
10.0
SC
43.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

FR
4.0t
SC
7.2t

France performs better than Seychelles across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

FR
49.4
SC
35.0

France performs better than Seychelles across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

FR
7.3%
SC
3.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

FR
$55,200
SC
$29,500

Seychelles generally does better on employment & economy, though France leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

FR
82.6 yrs
SC
76.1 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

FR
3.1
SC
10.6

France performs better than Seychelles across all family life metrics.

Data: Direction Générale des Finances Publiques, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Paris Rain: 25.6 in/yr (650 mm)
60° / 47°F

Avg. annual high / low

Victoria Rain: 93.2 in/yr (2367 mm)
86° / 77°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Paris Victoria
Jan–Mar 48°/38°F (9°/3°C) 87°/77°F (31°/25°C)
Apr–Jun 65°/50°F (18°/10°C) 87°/78°F (30°/25°C)
Jul–Sep 74°/58°F (23°/14°C) 84°/76°F (29°/24°C)
Oct–Dec 52°/43°F (11°/6°C) 87°/76°F (30°/24°C)
View all months
Month Paris Victoria
Jan 44°/36°F (6.9°/2.5°C) 86°/76°F (30.0°/24.5°C)
Feb 47°/37°F (8.2°/2.8°C) 87°/77°F (30.6°/25.2°C)
Mar 53°/41°F (11.8°/5.1°C) 88°/78°F (31.2°/25.3°C)
Apr 58°/44°F (14.7°/6.8°C) 89°/78°F (31.6°/25.4°C)
May 66°/51°F (19.0°/10.5°C) 87°/78°F (30.7°/25.6°C)
Jun 71°/56°F (21.8°/13.3°C) 85°/77°F (29.2°/24.8°C)
Jul 76°/60°F (24.4°/15.5°C) 83°/76°F (28.5°/24.2°C)
Aug 76°/60°F (24.6°/15.4°C) 83°/76°F (28.6°/24.2°C)
Sep 69°/54°F (20.8°/12.5°C) 85°/76°F (29.2°/24.6°C)
Oct 60°/49°F (15.8°/9.2°C) 86°/76°F (30.0°/24.7°C)
Nov 51°/42°F (10.4°/5.3°C) 87°/76°F (30.3°/24.4°C)
Dec 46°/38°F (7.8°/3.6°C) 87°/76°F (30.3°/24.4°C)

Data: Météo-France Météo-France, Seychelles Meteorological Authority Seychelles Meteorological Authority

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between France and Seychelles. To live, work, or study long-term in Seychelles, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Seychelles's immigration authority.

France passport

France passport holder visiting Seychelles

Visa Free
France passport holders can enter Seychelles without a visa.
Seychelles passport

Seychelles passport holder visiting France

Visa Free
Seychelles passport holders can enter France without a visa.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Seychelles?

Connectivity is usually fine (Seychelles: 35.0 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Seychelles offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Seychelles safe for expats?

France performs better than Seychelles across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Seychelles is 9.3 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.6 in France.

How is healthcare in Seychelles compared to France?

Seychelles generally does better on health & wellbeing, though France leads in health coverage index. There are 38.2 doctors per 10,000 people in Seychelles, compared to 33.4 in France. Seychelles scores 75 on the WHO universal health coverage index (France: 85).

What's the weather like in Seychelles compared to France?

The average high temperature in Victoria is 86°F, compared to 60°F in Paris. Victoria receives around 93.2 in of rainfall per year, while Paris gets 25.6 in.

What language do they speak in Seychelles?

The official languages in Seychelles are English, French and Seychellois Creole. In France, the official language is French.

Share this

At a Glance

FR SC
Population 68,305,148 97,017
Currency Euro (€) Seychellois Rupee (SCR)
Languages French English, French, Seychellois Creole
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +33 +248
Time zones 14 1
Emergency number 112