Seychelles

Republic of Seychelles

"An Indian Ocean archipelago known for its pristine beaches, granite boulders, and luxury tourism."

Eastern Africa
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Presidential Republic

Capital City

Victoria

-4.62°, 55.45°

Official Languages

Seychellois Creole, English, French

Population

119.77K

Total Area

452 km²

Population Density

264.98 people per km²

Currency

Seychellois rupee

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

left

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#177
119,773

Total Population-0.1%

2023
#83
75.0 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#176
58.8%

Urban Population

2023
#96
2.02

Fertility Rate

2023
#57
87.4%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#169
$2.1B

GDP+3.2%

2023
#58
$17.9K

GDP per Capita

2023
#11
0.3%

Inflation

2024
#47
32.1

Gini Index

2018

Frequently Asked Questions About Seychelles

What is the capital of Seychelles?

Seychelles's capital city is Victoria.

What is the population of Seychelles?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Seychelles is approximately 119.77K people. This makes it the 177th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Seychelles?

Seychelles spans a total area of approximately 452 square kilometers (174.52 square miles).

Which continent is Seychelles in?

Seychelles is located in Africa, specifically within the Eastern Africa subregion.

What is the GDP of Seychelles?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Seychelles is approximately $2.14B USD. This ranks Seychelles as the 169th largest economy out of 191 sovereign states worldwide.

Note: The information on this page has been compiled from authoritative sources. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please note that some figures may not be current or entirely precise.