Key Facts: Seychelles Wages
- Country
- Seychelles (SYC)
- Continent
- Africa
- Currency
- Seychellois rupee (SCR)
- Minimum Wage
- ₨40.95 /hr ($2.94 USD)
- Average Gross Monthly Salary
- ₨19,000 /month
- Average Gross Annual Salary
- ₨228,000 /year
- Median Individual Income
- ₨144,000 /year
- Standard Work Week
- 45 hours
- Data Source
- Ministry of Employment and Social Affairs / Employment (National Minimum Wage) Regulations
- Last Updated
- 2026-02-25
Seychelles — Average Salary & Wages
Seychellois rupee (SCR) Data verified Jan 2026 Sources
The average salary in Seychelles is
₨228,000 a year
But half of all workers earn less than ₨144,000 .
The average is lifted by bonuses and high earners. Most workers earn less than that.
The minimum wage in Seychelles is ₨40.95/hr ($2.94 USD) as of 2026. The average gross monthly salary is ₨19,000 ($1,362.98 USD). The median monthly income is ₨12,000 ($860.83 USD).
Seychelles is classified as a high-income country by the World Bank — one of very few in Africa. However, cost of living is very high due to import dependence.
Average monthly earnings across sectors. Tourism, finance, and IT sectors offer higher wages (over SCR 30,000). Entry-level and unskilled positions typically range from SCR 9,000-12,000. Victoria tends to have higher wages than outer islands.
Minimum Wage Trend
Since 2014, the minimum wage has grown +53% in nominal terms.
• PPP ADJUSTED
In Seychelles, the minimum wage has the purchasing power of $5.24/hr in the United States, adjusted for local cost of living using the World Bank PPP conversion factor.
In Context
At minimum wage, a full-time worker in Seychelles earns ₨7,098/mo. That is 37% of the average gross salary.
- Monthly (full-time)
- ₨7,098 at min. wage
- Share of avg. salary
- 37% gross, before tax
- USD equivalent
- $509.18/mo monthly
- Nominal growth
- +53% since 2014
Wage Breakdown
- Hourly
- ₨40.95
- Monthly
- ₨6,211Based on 151.67 hours/month (35 hrs/week standard)
- Annual
- ₨74,532Based on 12 monthly payments
National minimum wage of SCR 40.95/hour for continuous and part-time workers; SCR 47.19/hour for casual workers (independent contractors). This 7% increase — the first since January 2020 — was approved by Cabinet on March 13, 2025, following consultations through the National Consultative Committee on Employment (NCCE). Governed by the Employment (National Minimum Wage) Regulations, 2007 (as amended).
Work Week
- Standard
- 45 hrs/wk
- Maximum
- 60 hrs/wk
- Overtime
- 1.5x pay
Standard workweek is 45 hours under the Employment Act. Overtime up to 60 hours per month (15 extra hours/week). Overtime paid at 1.5x normal rate on weekdays; 2x on holidays. The minimum wage was originally set on a 35-hour week basis for monthly calculation but the Employment Act standard is 45 hours.
How Seychelles Compares
| Metric | Seychelles | Africa Avg. | Africa Highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min. wage (USD equiv.) | $2.94/hr | $0.91/hr | $6.06/hr (Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha) |
| Avg. salary (USD equiv.) | $1,362.98/mo | $381.86/mo | $1,630.41/mo (South Africa) |
Countries with Similar Minimum Wages
| Country | Min. Wage /hr (USD) |
|---|---|
| Trinidad and Tobago | $3.03 |
| Costa Rica | $3.04 |
| Antigua and Barbuda | $3.04 |
| Micronesia | $2.65 |
| Chile | $3.26 |
| Seychelles | $2.94 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum wage in Seychelles?
The minimum wage in Seychelles is ₨40.95/hr (approximately $2.94 USD), effective since 2025-04-01. National minimum wage of SCR 40.95/hour for continuous and part-time workers; SCR 47.19/hour for casual workers (independent contractors). This 7% increase — the first since January 2020 — was approved by Cabinet on March 13, 2025, following consultations through the National Consultative Committee on Employment (NCCE). Governed by the Employment (National Minimum Wage) Regulations, 2007 (as amended).
What is the average salary in Seychelles?
The average gross monthly salary in Seychelles is ₨19,000 (approximately $1,362.98 USD). Average monthly earnings across sectors. Tourism, finance, and IT sectors offer higher wages (over SCR 30,000). Entry-level and unskilled positions typically range from SCR 9,000-12,000. Victoria tends to have higher wages than outer islands. Source: National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) Seychelles (2024).
How many hours is the standard work week in Seychelles?
The standard work week in Seychelles is 45 hours, with a legal maximum of 60 hours. Overtime is paid at 1.5x the normal rate. Standard workweek is 45 hours under the Employment Act. Overtime up to 60 hours per month (15 extra hours/week). Overtime paid at 1.5x normal rate on weekdays; 2x on holidays. The minimum wage was originally set on a 35-hour week basis for monthly calculation but the Employment Act standard is 45 hours.
How has the minimum wage in Seychelles changed over time?
The minimum wage in Seychelles has changed as follows: ₨26.70 in 2014, ₨38.27 in 2020, ₨40.95 in 2025. This represents 3 recorded adjustments.
What is the minimum wage in Seychelles in USD?
The minimum wage in Seychelles converts to approximately $2.94/hr in US dollars, based on current exchange rates. Actual purchasing power may differ due to local cost of living.
What is the average salary in Seychelles in USD?
The average gross monthly salary in Seychelles is approximately $1,362.98 per month in US dollars, based on current exchange rates. Actual purchasing power may differ due to local cost of living.
How does Seychelles's minimum wage compare to the Africa average?
Seychelles's minimum wage ranks #2 out of 33 countries with statutory minimum wages in Africa, placing it among the highest in Africa.
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