What Language Do They Speak in Seychelles?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Seychelles has 3 official languages: Seychellois Creole, English, French.
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Languages of Seychelles at a glance
| Official languages | Seychellois Creole, English, French |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 3 |
| Countries on this site where Seychellois Creole is official | 1 |
| People (demonym) | Seychellois |
| Capital | Victoria |
| Internet domain | .sc |
Seychelles in context
- Seychelles covers 452 km², making it the 182nd largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 272 people per km² ranks 37th of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- Seychelles has no land borders with other countries on this site.
- With 122,729 people, Seychelles holds less than 0.1% of the population of Eastern Africa.
- With 3 official languages, Seychelles has more than most countries on this site.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Seychelles is a member state of the United Nations.
Useful phrases for visitors to Seychelles
Everyday Seychellois Creole phrases you will hear and use in Seychelles:
| English | Seychellois Creole |
|---|---|
| Hello | Bonzour |
| Thank you | Mersi |
| Please | Silvouple |
| Goodbye | Orevwar |
| Yes | Wi |
| No | Non |
Everyday French phrases you will hear and use in Seychelles:
| English | French |
|---|---|
| Hello | Bonjour |
| Thank you | Merci |
| Please | S'il vous plaît |
| Goodbye | Au revoir |
| Yes | Oui |
| No | Non |
Spellings can vary by region, and some languages use different forms for formal or informal speech. Even a simple greeting in the local language is usually appreciated.
Languages in Seychelles — FAQ
What language do they speak in Seychelles?
The official languages of Seychelles are Seychellois Creole, English and French.
How many official languages does Seychelles have?
Seychelles has 3 official languages: Seychellois Creole, English, French.
Is Seychellois Creole spoken anywhere else?
Seychelles is the only country on this site where Seychellois Creole is an official language.
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