The two other islands with significant permanent populations are Praslin and La Digue. Facilities for tourism are generally well developed. A one-month entry visa may be obtained upon arrival, and it may be extended for a period up to one year. U.S. citizens should avoid crowds, political rallies, and street demonstrations and maintain security awareness at all times. It is dangerous to swim alone at isolated beaches, especially after dark, due to strong currents.
Petty crime is a problem.
Violent crime against tourists is rare. Travelers who keep valuables in hotel safes and who close and lock hotel windows at night, even while the room is occupied, are less likely to be at risk. The loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to local police and to the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Medical facilities in the Seychelles are limited, especially in the isolated islands where doctors are often unavailable. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States.