Seychelles - PEO (Professional Employer Organization)

Capital

Victoria is the official capital of the Seychelles Islands and is situated in the north-northeast of the Mahé Islands and is one of the smallest capitals. Victoria is home to the country’s economic, political and commercial activities. It also has about a third of the population of Seychelles. However, Victoria is a modern city where you will find everything you need: markets, shops, malls, gardens and colonial infrastructure.

Currency

seychellois rupee

languages

Seychelles has three official languages: Seselwa, French and English. Seselwa Creole, the local dialect is by far the most widely spoken language in the country. French and English are used for official purposes: administration, commerce, politics and education.

Economy

In just a few years, the Seychelles economy has expanded and diversified into various sectors, including tourism, fisheries, subsistence farming, agriculture, manufacturing, oil drilling and real estate. Since Seychelles’ independence in 1976, the impact the tourism industry has had is formidable. International airports, nature conservation, tour packages, luxury accommodation, pensions emerged. Despite the influx of tourism, the fishing industry still ranks first. Seychelles has one of the largest fish reserves in the world, with over 1000 species. Agriculture and agriculture are also popular industries and contribute to import and export activities.