International Property Portfolio Summer 2016 / 2017 | Page 45

A favourable tax regime for investment, a world-class financial centre, the absence of foreign exchange restrictions and the benefit of no property taxes or capital gains taxes, has seen the Seychelles’ economy grow from strength to strength. Investment in residential property in Seychelles and on Eden Island, has proven lucrative, with an average of 6-8% year-on-year increase in property values being achieved. Investors purchasing property on Eden Island are entitled to apply for Residency of Seychelles. MORE ABOUT SEYCHELLES