Is it better to exchange money at Seychelles airport or in Victoria, and how much cash should you change on arrival?

One tip: you don't need to exchange too much at once — currency exchange is also available near hotels (e.g., in the Beau Vallon area). At the airport, it's suggested to exchange $600-800 or the euro equivalent, which should last about 6 days, after which you can exchange more as needed.

The most recent advice is that you can exchange cash right away at Seychelles Airport, as travelers consider the rate good. The key issue is not so much where to exchange, but avoiding changing more cash than you will actually spend.

A practical approach is to estimate your first-day budget for transport, small purchases, and ferry tickets, then exchange that amount at the airport. If you run short later, you can easily exchange more at exchange offices in Victoria.

Travelers generally compare two practical options: exchanging on arrival at the airport or later in Victoria. From the discussion, the airport is seen as a perfectly acceptable place for your first exchange, so there is no urgent need to rush into town looking for a better rate.