Shaking hands is the customary form of greeting. The Seychellois are very hospitable and welcome guests into their homes. When visiting someone's home, a gift is acceptable. A mixture of imperial and metric systems operates. For example, petrol is dispensed in litres, whilst bars sell bottled and draught beer in half-pint measures.
Casual wear is essential and formal clothes are only worn by churchgoers.
Swimwear should only be worn on the beaches. All hotel and restaurant tariffs include a service charge, but payment is not obligatory.