Money in Seychelles
Seychelles uses the Seychellois rupee. Here is how to pay there, whether to tip, and what common amounts are worth.
- Currency
- SCRSeychellois rupee
- Symbol
- SR
- Tipping
- Appreciated
Paying in Seychelles
Many hotels and tours quote in euros, but local shops use rupees.
- Cards
- Widely accepted
- Cash
- Rupees are needed at smaller restaurants, local shops and markets. Hotels, car hire and excursions often charge in euros or US dollars.
- ATMs
- ATMs are on Mahe, Praslin and La Digue, and SeyVillas notes two at the airport. SeyVillas prefers withdrawing in Seychelles to exchanging cash at home.
- Foreign currency
- Euros and US dollars are widely accepted, and Enchanting Travels says accommodation, car hire and charters must by law be paid in a common foreign currency.
- Exchanging money
- Banks and exchange offices are in major towns and at the airport, and rates vary. SeyVillas strongly discourages exchanging money with unauthorised individuals.
- Watch out for
- Enchanting Travels advises keeping exchange receipts so you can re-exchange rupees when leaving. SeyVillas says most banks outside Seychelles do not accept rupees, so spend them or change them back before departure.
Tipping in Seychelles
Many restaurants add a service charge, so check your bill. If not, 5–10% for good service is welcome.
Appreciated: Tipping isn't required, but a tip or rounding up is welcome.
Sources checked: Original Travel, Enchanting Travels, Original Diving, SeyVillas, Expert Africa, SeyVillas.
Convert to and from SCR
Quick reference
| Amount | USD | EUR | GBP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14.54 SCR | 16.29 SCR | 19.51 SCR |
| 10 | 145 SCR | 163 SCR | 195 SCR |
| 50 | 727 SCR | 815 SCR | 976 SCR |
| 100 | 1,454 SCR | 1,629 SCR | 1,951 SCR |
| 500 | 7,270 SCR | 8,145 SCR | 9,756 SCR |
What each amount is worth in SCR. Mid-market rates from 2 November 2026, 17:00 UTC.
Common questions
What currency does Seychelles use?
Seychelles uses the Seychellois rupee (SCR).
Do you need to tip in Seychelles?
Appreciated. Many restaurants add a service charge, so check your bill. If not, 5–10% for good service is welcome.
Can you pay by card in Seychelles?
Widely accepted. Rupees are needed at smaller restaurants, local shops and markets. Hotels, car hire and excursions often charge in euros or US dollars.
Are there ATMs in Seychelles?
ATMs are on Mahe, Praslin and La Digue, and SeyVillas notes two at the airport. SeyVillas prefers withdrawing in Seychelles to exchanging cash at home.