As of April 2016, the newly approved Disability Benefit will come into effect and will provide assistance to children born with or who have developed some form of disability during their childhood. Certification of the disability has to be made by Council for Disabled. Previously disabled children wRead more
As of April 2016, the newly approved Disability Benefit will come into effect and will provide assistance to children born with or who have developed some form of disability during their childhood. Certification of the disability has to be made by Council for Disabled. Previously disabled children were covered by a general disability benefit.
Yes. Unemployed persons can apply for welfare assistance. Their households' income will be means tested and if they qualify they will be financially assisted for intervals of up to 3 months in any one go. Upon applying for renewal of assistance, unemployed persons must show proof that they have beenRead more
Yes. Unemployed persons can apply for welfare assistance. Their households’ income will be means tested and if they qualify they will be financially assisted for intervals of up to 3 months in any one go. Upon applying for renewal of assistance, unemployed persons must show proof that they have been actively seeking employment.
It is a benefit that is paid to a surviving spouse for a period of 20 days after the death of a partner. A person receiving survivors benefit can qualify for widow's pension or a widowed mother's pension. The qualifying criteria are as per Seychelles Security Fund benefit regulation. Source:Read more
It is a benefit that is paid to a surviving spouse for a period of 20 days after the death of a partner. A person receiving survivors benefit can qualify for widow’s pension or a widowed mother’s pension. The qualifying criteria are as per Seychelles Security Fund benefit regulation.
There is a childcare benefit of SCR500 per child but it is not automatic. Eligibility is assessed through a welfare application whereby if the parent(s) is in employment and they have a child (ren) between the ages of 0-4years and who are not in creche then the household expenditure is assessed to sRead more
There is a childcare benefit of SCR500 per child but it is not automatic. Eligibility is assessed through a welfare application whereby if the parent(s) is in employment and they have a child (ren) between the ages of 0-4years and who are not in creche then the household expenditure is assessed to see if they qualify for the benefit.
A SCR1000 voucher can be found in the booklet issued by Seychelles Commercial Bank for every new-born child. The booklet is available at the Government hospitals and at the branch of Seychelles Commercial Bank. The parents are required to complete all formalities as required by the Civil Status Act,Read more
A SCR1000 voucher can be found in the booklet issued by Seychelles Commercial Bank for every new-born child. The booklet is available at the Government hospitals and at the branch of Seychelles Commercial Bank.
The parents are required to complete all formalities as required by the Civil Status Act, Chapter 34 of Law of Seychelles as well as of the bank.
The voucher may be presented to any branch of Seychelles Commercial Bank within a period of one year from the date of birth together with the following documents:
The birth of certificate of the new-born child issued by the Civil Status office.
The Identity Card of the parent
Proof of residential address. (Example: utility bill)
Please note that a voucher presented after one year from the date of birth will be treated as null and void.
There is no maternity benefit for the unemployed mothers. Welfare assistance is determined under general means testing parameters for these mothers. Source: Government of Seychelles
There is no maternity benefit for the unemployed mothers. Welfare assistance is determined under general means testing parameters for these mothers.
Yes, the maternity benefit of SCR 2,340 per month covers the full 14 weeks period, which totals SCR. 8,190. Employees are covered under the Employment Act which obliges employers to pay the employees who is on maternity leave her full salary for the duration of the leave (14weeks), which they can thRead more
Yes, the maternity benefit of SCR 2,340 per month covers the full 14 weeks period, which totals SCR. 8,190. Employees are covered under the Employment Act which obliges employers to pay the employees who is on maternity leave her full salary for the duration of the leave (14weeks), which they can then claim back up to a maximum of the aforementioned (i.e. SCR. 8,190).
Any Seychellois citizen who is 18 or above and has lived in the country for 11 months in a period of 24 months may apply for welfare assistance. They complete an application in the district where they are currently residing. There is a vetting period that takes at least three days. Welfare assistancRead more
Any Seychellois citizen who is 18 or above and has lived in the country for 11 months in a period of 24 months may apply for welfare assistance. They complete an application in the district where they are currently residing. There is a vetting period that takes at least three days. Welfare assistance is for a household and not necessarily for an individual within a household. A household might not qualify for automatic monthly assistance based on its income compared to set parameters but if justifiable approval can be granted for a one off payment that goes up to SCR 5,000.
Is there financial assistance available for disabled children?
As of April 2016, the newly approved Disability Benefit will come into effect and will provide assistance to children born with or who have developed some form of disability during their childhood. Certification of the disability has to be made by Council for Disabled. Previously disabled children wRead more
As of April 2016, the newly approved Disability Benefit will come into effect and will provide assistance to children born with or who have developed some form of disability during their childhood. Certification of the disability has to be made by Council for Disabled. Previously disabled children were covered by a general disability benefit.
Source: Government of Seychelles
See lessIf I am unemployed, can I apply for financial assistance?
Yes. Unemployed persons can apply for welfare assistance. Their households' income will be means tested and if they qualify they will be financially assisted for intervals of up to 3 months in any one go. Upon applying for renewal of assistance, unemployed persons must show proof that they have beenRead more
Yes. Unemployed persons can apply for welfare assistance. Their households’ income will be means tested and if they qualify they will be financially assisted for intervals of up to 3 months in any one go. Upon applying for renewal of assistance, unemployed persons must show proof that they have been actively seeking employment.
Source: Government of Seychelles
See lessWhat is survivor’s benefit?
It is a benefit that is paid to a surviving spouse for a period of 20 days after the death of a partner. A person receiving survivors benefit can qualify for widow's pension or a widowed mother's pension. The qualifying criteria are as per Seychelles Security Fund benefit regulation. Source:Read more
It is a benefit that is paid to a surviving spouse for a period of 20 days after the death of a partner. A person receiving survivors benefit can qualify for widow’s pension or a widowed mother’s pension. The qualifying criteria are as per Seychelles Security Fund benefit regulation.
Source: Government of Seychelles
See lessDo mothers get a childcare benefit for pre-school children?
There is a childcare benefit of SCR500 per child but it is not automatic. Eligibility is assessed through a welfare application whereby if the parent(s) is in employment and they have a child (ren) between the ages of 0-4years and who are not in creche then the household expenditure is assessed to sRead more
There is a childcare benefit of SCR500 per child but it is not automatic. Eligibility is assessed through a welfare application whereby if the parent(s) is in employment and they have a child (ren) between the ages of 0-4years and who are not in creche then the household expenditure is assessed to see if they qualify for the benefit.
Source: Government of Seychelles
See lessWhat is the procedure for the new-born savings scheme benefit?
A SCR1000 voucher can be found in the booklet issued by Seychelles Commercial Bank for every new-born child. The booklet is available at the Government hospitals and at the branch of Seychelles Commercial Bank. The parents are required to complete all formalities as required by the Civil Status Act,Read more
A SCR1000 voucher can be found in the booklet issued by Seychelles Commercial Bank for every new-born child. The booklet is available at the Government hospitals and at the branch of Seychelles Commercial Bank.
The parents are required to complete all formalities as required by the Civil Status Act, Chapter 34 of Law of Seychelles as well as of the bank.
The voucher may be presented to any branch of Seychelles Commercial Bank within a period of one year from the date of birth together with the following documents:
Please note that a voucher presented after one year from the date of birth will be treated as null and void.
Source: Government of Seychelles
See lessIs there a maternity benefit for unemployed persons?
There is no maternity benefit for the unemployed mothers. Welfare assistance is determined under general means testing parameters for these mothers. Source: Government of Seychelles
There is no maternity benefit for the unemployed mothers. Welfare assistance is determined under general means testing parameters for these mothers.
Source: Government of Seychelles
See lessIs there a maternity benefit for employed and self-employed persons?
Yes, the maternity benefit of SCR 2,340 per month covers the full 14 weeks period, which totals SCR. 8,190. Employees are covered under the Employment Act which obliges employers to pay the employees who is on maternity leave her full salary for the duration of the leave (14weeks), which they can thRead more
Yes, the maternity benefit of SCR 2,340 per month covers the full 14 weeks period, which totals SCR. 8,190. Employees are covered under the Employment Act which obliges employers to pay the employees who is on maternity leave her full salary for the duration of the leave (14weeks), which they can then claim back up to a maximum of the aforementioned (i.e. SCR. 8,190).
Source: Government of Seychelles
See lessDoes an abandoned child qualify for financial assistance?
Yes, the child can receive the abandoned child benefit under the Social Security Act. Source: Government of Seychelles
Yes, the child can receive the abandoned child benefit under the Social Security Act.
Source: Government of Seychelles
See lessAre orphans eligible for any assistance?
Yes, the children whose parents have died can receive the orphan benefit under the Social Security Act. Source: Government of Seychelles
Yes, the children whose parents have died can receive the orphan benefit under the Social Security Act.
Source: Government of Seychelles
See lessWho is eligible to apply for welfare assistance?
Any Seychellois citizen who is 18 or above and has lived in the country for 11 months in a period of 24 months may apply for welfare assistance. They complete an application in the district where they are currently residing. There is a vetting period that takes at least three days. Welfare assistancRead more
Any Seychellois citizen who is 18 or above and has lived in the country for 11 months in a period of 24 months may apply for welfare assistance. They complete an application in the district where they are currently residing. There is a vetting period that takes at least three days. Welfare assistance is for a household and not necessarily for an individual within a household. A household might not qualify for automatic monthly assistance based on its income compared to set parameters but if justifiable approval can be granted for a one off payment that goes up to SCR 5,000.
Source: Government of Seychelles
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