National Bureau of Statistics, Seychelles

In 2022 Q3, the average number of employed persons for All sectors was 55,119 and average earnings were SCR 14,719. This represents an increase of 11.4% in employment numbers and 0.3% in average earnings compared to the same quarter in 2021. Compared to the second quarter of 2022, the overall average employment across All industries recorded an increase (5.0%), with the private sector recording the highest increase (8.6%). Employment in tourism related industries also recorded an increase of (18.3%). 

In December 2022, the “All items” annual (year on year) inflation rate stood at 2.53% compared to 7.85% in December 2021. The core inflation index rose by 0.66% over the same period. Month on month, the inflation rate in December 2022 was 0.02% compared to 0.11% in December 2021. The “All items” 12-monthly average inflation stood at 2.63% and the core inflation 1.40%. Increases were recorded in “Fish” (2.78%), “Other Food” (1.13%) and “Non-Food” (2.85%).

Merchandise Trade Statistics comprise of data on goods only for: Imports (cif) Domestic exports (fob) and Re-exports (fob) The source of data is bills of lading from Trades Tax / Customs records which provide data on quantities, values, country of origin and country of destination. Data are analysed in accordance with the general trade system as recommended by the United Nations. The headings in the current Seychelles’ tariff are based upon those of the Harmonized System [HS] Nomenclature. Tables are produced using both the SITC Rev3 and HS 2002 nomenclatures. Imports are valued cif (cost, insurance and freight) whilst exports and re-exports are valued fob (free on board), excluding international freight charges and insurance costs. Merchandise Trade Statistics are published on a quarterly and annual basis by country of origin, destination and value and quantity. The Central Bank of Seychelles compiles figures for the Balance of Payments using the merchandise trade data compiled by the Bureau.

The Seychelles Industrial Production Index (SIPI) decreased in April 2023 (-11.2%) compared to March 2023. On a year on year comparison, the index increased (9.3%) compared to April 2022.

Production Statistics of Seychelles

Seychelles Tourist Arrivals by Country of Residence, Mode of Transport and Purpose of Visit