Seychelles has reportedly imposed a ban on Nigerian passport holders for applying for short-term visas or holiday purposes. The ban was brought to light by a travel content creator who shared a rejection email on Twitter. According to the email, Seychelles stated that they are currently not accepting any Nigerian passport holders for holiday purposes, citing immigration regulations. The user expressed frustration with the challenges faced by Nigerian passport holders and how it can affect travel plans.
This ban comes just six months after Nigeria signed a pact for direct flights with Seychelles, indicating a change in the relationship between the two countries. Prior to the ban, Nigeria and Seychelles had a long-standing visa-free agreement, allowing Nigerian citizens to enter Seychelles without a visa for up to 30 days.
The specific reasons for the imposition of the ban and the duration of its implementation have not been provided in the available information. It remains unclear whether this ban is temporary or a permanent policy change by the Seychelles government. Nigerian passport holders who planned to travel to Seychelles for holiday purposes are advised to contact the Seychelles Immigration or the provided contact information for further clarification.
