Seychelles

Seychelles Quick Facts…

Official NameRepublic of Seychelles
Common NameSeychelles – /seɪˈʃɛlz/
NationalitySeychellois (singular and plural) – noun, Seychellois – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1976 (from the United Kingdom)
Administrative Divisions27 administrative districts
Total Population97,617 (#197) with 58.8% urbanized – 2023 estimate
Major Urban AreasVictoria (capital city)
Major LanguagesFrench Creole (official), English (official), French (official)
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access82% of total population
CurrencySeychelles Rupees (SCR)
Real GDP (PPP)$2.9 billion – 2021 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$28,800 (#74) – 2021 estimate
Total Area455 sq km / 176 sq mi (#198) with 0% water area
Geographic RegionAfrica – Eastern Africa
Bordering CountriesNone
Bordering Water BodiesIndian Ocean

National Anthem: “Seychellois Unite”