Shipping from Dubai to SeychellesShipping from Dubai to Seychelles, by air and sea.
Airlift Logistics, a freight forwarder in Dubai Airport Free Zone, arranges shipping from Dubai to Seychelles for businesses such as hotels, retailers and contractors. We fly air cargo from DXB to Seychelles International Airport on Mahé, and ship FCL and LCL sea freight from Jebel Ali to Port Victoria. We prepare export papers and check Seychelles customs and VAT requirements before your cargo leaves.
Business cargo only. Airlift Logistics ships commercial goods for importers, exporters, traders and manufacturers, with a commercial invoice and a registered consignee. We do not handle personal boxes, household effects or door-to-door parcels.
Dubai to Seychelles at a glance
Seychelles depends on imports for hotels, construction and retail. Air suits fresh and urgent goods; sea suits building materials and stock.
- Flight time
- About 4.5 h DXB to Mahé
- Sea
- Jebel Ali to Port Victoria
- Customs
- Seychelles Revenue Commission
- VAT
- 15%
Airports and seaports in Seychelles we ship to
Cargo for Praslin and La Digue is cleared on Mahé and moved on by inter-island ferry or flight.
| Gateway | Type | Code | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airport | SEZ | On Mahé, the main air gateway | |
| Seaport | SCPOV | The country's only commercial port, on Mahé |
Air, sea to Seychelles
| Mode | Route | Typical timing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| DXB to SEZ | Same or next day, plus clearance | Fresh food, parts, urgent goods | |
| Sea freight FCL | Jebel Ali to Port Victoria | Varies, often via a hub | Building materials, hotel supplies |
| Sea freight LCL | Jebel Ali consolidation to Port Victoria | Longer than FCL | Smaller loads |
Airlines flying direct from Dubai to Seychelles
- Emirates SkyCargo
Sailings to Seychelles are less frequent; we plan around the schedule. Work out the billed weight with our chargeable weight calculator or the CBM calculator.
Customs in Seychelles: what the importer needs
Seychelles importers clear goods with the Customs Division of the Seychelles Revenue Commission.
| Item | In Seychelles |
|---|---|
| Customs authority | Seychelles Revenue Commission, Customs Division |
| Declaration | Electronic customs declaration |
| Importer registration | Seychelles business and tax registration |
| Duty and tax | Duty where applicable, plus 15% VAT |
| Trade agreement | No UAE-Seychelles trade agreement in force that we can confirm |
Some goods also pay excise tax; the broker confirms the total.
Approvals to check before booking
Some goods need permits from Seychelles authorities.
- 01
Food and agriculture
Food, plants and animals need biosecurity permits.
- 02
Health products
Medicines need approval.
- 03
Restricted goods permits
Some goods need import permits.
- 04
Hotel supplies
Hotels often need mixed loads consolidated in Dubai.
- 05
Matching documents
Invoices must match declarations.
- 06
Certificate of origin
Supports the origin declared.
Documents for shipping to Seychelles
Send these with your booking. Permits for food and plants must be ready before shipping.
| Document | Why it is needed |
|---|---|
| Commercial invoice | Customs value, parties and HS codes |
| Packing list | Pieces, weights and marks for inspection |
| Transport contract and cargo release | |
| Exit clearance from the UAE, filed by us | |
| For restricted goods | |
| Certificate of origin | Supports the origin declared |
Restricted or banned in Seychelles
- Food, plants or animals without permits
- Medicines without approval
- Weapons without a permit
- Narcotics
- Counterfeit goods
Seychelles protects its environment strictly; check permits for natural products.
What UAE businesses ship to Seychelles
Dubai is a key supply hub for Seychelles, especially for hotels and construction.
- 01
Building materials
Construction and fit-out supplies.
- 02
Hotel supplies
Furniture, equipment and consumables.
- 03
Electronics
IT and appliances.
Dubai to Seychelles shipping questions, answered
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See all shipping questionsGet a quote for this laneBy air to Seychelles International or by sea to Port Victoria. Air cargo from DXB takes about four and a half hours and suits fresh and urgent goods. Sea freight suits building materials and hotel supplies, with less frequent sailings. Both arrive on Mahé, the main island.
- Plan sea cargo around schedules.
- Air suits perishables.
It is cleared on Mahé first, then moved on. Goods arrive at Port Victoria or the international airport on Mahé, clear customs there, and continue by inter-island ferry or domestic flight. Tell us the final island when booking so the documents and packing suit the extra handling.
- Strong packing helps.
- Allow extra days.
Seychelles charges 15% VAT on most imports. It is collected at customs on the value plus any duty. Some goods also pay excise tax. The importer or broker files the declaration with the Seychelles Revenue Commission and pays the charges before release.
- Hotels may have special rules.
- Keep invoices consistent.
Yes, many natural products need permits. Seychelles protects its unique environment, so food, plants, animals and some natural materials need biosecurity permits before import. Shipping without one can lead to seizure or destruction. The importer should apply before the goods leave Dubai.
- Check every item in mixed loads.
- Permits take time.