Customs Clearance in Seychelles
How the Clearing Process Works in Seychelles
Kimbo Logistics manages the entire process to ensure your shipment is fast, compliant, and stress-free.
Arrive: Your cargo reaches Port Victoria or Seychelles International Airport.
Submit: We provide all necessary shipping documents to authorities immediately.
Declare: We process your customs declaration through the ASYCUDA legal system.
Inspect: Authorities check the goods if required for safety and compliance.
Pay: We calculate and facilitate payment for any import duties and VAT.
Release: Your cargo is cleared and dispatched for final delivery.
100% COMPLIANT
We handle every declaration to meet Seychelles customs and regulatory rules, so your cargo clears without surprises.
FAST & RELIABLE
We move your paperwork and approvals quickly to cut delays, storage fees and extra costs.
LOCAL EXPERTS
Our Seychelles-based team knows the ports, agencies and procedures, giving you smooth clearance every time.
DEDICATED SUPPORT
From first document to final delivery, you get one point of contact watching over your shipment.
Required Documents for Clearance
To ensure a smooth transition through Seychelles Customs, the following original documents must be submitted electronically and physically upon arrival.
Commercial Invoice
Detailing the value, quantity, and precise description of all goods imported.
Packing List
Specifying the contents, weight, and dimensions of each individual package.
Bill of Lading / Air Waybill
Legal transport document serving as a receipt for cargo and evidence of the contract of carriage.
Importer Details
Valid NIN (for individuals) or TIN (for businesses) registration with SRC.
Import Permit (if required)
Necessary for controlled items like vehicles, chemicals, or restricted electronics.
Important: Incomplete or inaccurate documentation can lead to significant delays and additional storage charges at the port.
Restricted Goods – Import with Approval
These goods can be imported only with the necessary permits and approvals.
Agriculture & Plant
Products
(Requires clearance from the Ministry of Agriculture e.g., plants, seeds, soil)
(Requires veterinary certification and health permits for all meat and dairy products)
Animal & Food Products
Chemicals & Hazardous Goods
(Dangerous chemicals, pesticides, and flammable liquids require Ministry of Environment permits)
Vehicles & Machinery
(Subject to age limits, emissions control, and Ministry of Transport permits)
Pharmaceuticals &
Medical
(Subject to approval by the Health Authority and Import Regulation Unit)
Electronics & Communication
(Radio transmitters, drones, and high-frequency communication devices require DICT approval)
IMPORTANT COMPLIANCE NOTICE
- All required documents and approvals must be submitted to Kimbo Logistics prior to the arrival of restricted goods.
- Importing restricted items without a valid specific permit may lead to significant delays, heavy fines, seizure of goods, or prosecution.
- Always ensure that your shipments fully comply with Seychelles Customs laws and regulations.
Import Regulations & Compliance
Import Permits
Processing of essential import permits for restricted electronics, vehicles, and specialized machinery through Seychelles authorities.
Biosecurity
Comprehensive compliance management for agricultural, plant, and animal products to meet stringent national health standards.
Prohibited Goods
Expert advisory on restricted and banned items to prevent delays, fines, or seizure of cargo during customs declaration.
Medical & Pharma
Facilitating necessary approvals from the Health Authority for imported medicines and pharmaceutical supplies.
Hazardous Goods
Handling environmental permits for dangerous chemicals, pesticides, and flammable materials for safe transit.
Currency & Valuables
Declaration of large currency sums and high-value jewelry to Customs and the Central Bank of Seychelles.
Seychelles Biosecurity & Quality Standards
Bureau of Standards Compliance
We ensure all imported product groups meet the strict technical regulations and quality standards set by the Seychelles Bureau of Standards (SBS) for national safety.
National Biosecurity Compliance
Strict adherence to plant and animal health protocols is essential for protecting Seychelles. We manage all required sanitary and phytosanitary certificates for agricultural imports to safeguard local biodiversity and ensure environmental compliance.
Public Health Authority Approvals
Full coordination with health inspectors for food products, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics, ensuring all health-regulated cargo passes inspection without delay.
Import Regulation Unit Documentation
We facilitate the necessary permits from the Import Regulation Unit (IRU) for sensitive categories, maintaining transparency and legal compliance with trade policies.