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Victoria short-term rental rules (2026)

Mahé · Seychelles
Restricted
Rules last checked  ·  Region: International

Market overview

RESTRICTEDStays under 30 days

Allowed, with material limits.

Licence from the Seychelles Licensing Authority under the Licences (Accommodation, Catering and Entertainment) Regulations, after the tourism department's checks.

Why do places restrict rentals?

Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).

Licence
Required
Primary residence
Not required
Tax on stays
15%
total, on our records

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NOT YET RESEARCHEDStays of 30+ nights

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The full Victoria rules

15 rules on record for Victoria, 1 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: tourism.gov.sc (official), checked 6 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Victoria?

Yes, with material limits. Licence from the Seychelles Licensing Authority under the Licences (Accommodation, Catering and Entertainment) Regulations, after the tourism department's checks.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Victoria?

Yes, a licence or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Victoria?

15% in total on stays, on our records.

When were the Victoria rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Victoria on 6 Nov 2026.

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