The verdict in three sentences
In Victoria, a law firm whose site is more than three years old, exists only in one language and does not clearly present its practice areas (offshore companies, property, tourism, family) loses enquiries to firms in Mauritius or Dubai. Kolonell redesigns this kind of site for $2,900 (Starter), $4,900 (Growth) or $8,900 (Premium, the multilingual tier, languages set in the quote), while quotes seen in Seychelles and the region sit around USD 4,000 to 20,000 in 2026. Price is only part of it: in a small market with few agencies, provider availability, the 301 redirect map and a review of marketing claims before go-live matter as much as the quote.
Does your site need a redesign? The six-point test
Add up the points for the signals that apply to your site. From 7 points out of 14, a redesign pays better than piecemeal fixes.
| Signal | Points |
|---|---|
| Last redesign more than 3 years ago | 3 |
| Poor display on mobile | 3 |
| No French version, while part of the clientele prefers it | 2 |
| Lawyer profiles missing or outdated | 2 |
| Pages on offshore companies or property too generic | 2 |
| Form without a notice that it does not create a lawyer-client relationship | 2 |
| Maximum total | 14 |
A town-centre firm ticking the first four signals scores 10 points: the redesign is justified.
What budget should you plan in Seychelles in 2026?
The local market has few web agencies, and many firms also consult providers in Mauritius, South Africa or Dubai. Figures below are a 2026 ballpark drawn from typical agency quotes and public rate pages, in USD.
| Option | Redesign | Hosting and maintenance (market assumption, per year) | Timeline | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freelancer in Victoria | USD 1,500 to 4,000 | USD 300 to 800 | 4 to 10 weeks | Depends on one person |
| Seychelles agency | USD 4,000 to 12,000 | USD 600 to 1,500 | 8 to 14 weeks | Often fully booked |
| Regional agency (Mauritius, South Africa, Dubai) | USD 8,000 to 20,000 | USD 1,000 to 2,500 | 10 to 16 weeks | Larger team, nearby time zone |
| Kolonell Starter | $2,900 | 3 months of support included, then on quote | 3 to 4 weeks | Project manager in your time zone |
| Kolonell Growth | $4,900 | 3 months of support included, then on quote | 3 to 4 weeks | Project manager in your time zone |
| Kolonell Premium | $8,900 | 3 months of support included, then on quote | 3 to 4 weeks | Project manager in your time zone |
Every tier also includes native English or French copywriting. Client portal, secure document exchange, booking and integrations stay on quote. See the international websites page.
How do the 3 to 4 weeks unfold?
The clock starts when copy is ready. For a firm of 2 to 5 lawyers, gathering bios, photos and practice descriptions usually takes 1 to 2 weeks internally.
- Week 1: audit of the current site, export of indexed URLs, target structure, 301 redirect map.
- Week 2: mockups, practice area and lawyer profile copy, one correction round.
- Week 3: build, migration of articles and news, English and French versions, a Creole note if you want one.
- Week 4: partner compliance review of marketing claims, form testing, go-live early morning Seychelles time.
- Months 1 to 3: included support, weekly Search Console checks and fixing any missing redirects.
Which risks, and what do they cost if they happen?
| Risk | Consequence if ignored | Prevention | Time to plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unredirected URLs | Practice pages unreachable from Google for weeks | Complete 301 map and post-switch test | 3 to 6 hours |
| Old undated articles | Offshore company information read as current | Visible date, update or archive | 2 to 4 hours |
| Languages poorly linked | French readers land on the English page | Hreflang pairs checked | 1 to 2 hours |
| Intrusive form | Sensitive data received without a clear basis | Minimal fields, retention period set | 1 hour |
| Risky marketing claims | Claims of superiority or outcomes | Partner review before go-live | 2 hours |
| Outage during the switch | Site down during office hours | Early-morning switch, rollback ready | 1 hour |
On professional conduct, keep it sober: no "best firm" or "specialist" without a clear basis in the applicable rules, no case outcomes, no client names, no testimonials unless the rules allow them. On personal data, check the applicable Seychelles framework with your adviser and apply good practice at minimum: stated purpose, minimal collection, retention period, documented hosting. Many of your foreign clients are also used to GDPR standards. This is not legal advice.
Questions to ask, and when to prefer a local agency
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Before signing, ask who holds the domain and hosting, how many URLs will be redirected, who reviews the French version, how many correction rounds are planned and what stays on quote. A Victoria agency remains the better choice if you want in-person meetings, on-site photography at Eden Island or at the office, or a provider you can visit two streets away. If your priority is a bilingual site delivered within a month at a fixed price, a remote studio with a project manager in your time zone fits better. To move forward, you can request a free quote.
Mini case study
Illustrative example: Marie-Claire, partner in a fictional 3-lawyer firm in central Victoria focused on offshore companies and property. She received a local quote of USD 9,500 over 12 weeks for a site in English and French. Kolonell Premium costs $8,900, languages set in the quote, delivered 4 weeks after copy approval: the price gap is only USD 600.
Time becomes the deciding factor. Today the team spends about 5 hours a week sorting unqualified emails. With a better structured form, the working assumption is a 40% drop, so 2 hours saved per week. Over the 8 weeks gained, that is 16 hours, and over 48 working weeks about 96 hours a year.
FAQ
Do we need a Seychellois Creole version?
Rarely for the whole site, but a Creole home or contact page can make sense for local clients. Multiple languages belong to Premium at $8,900, languages set in the quote.
How many pages for a small firm?
Between 10 and 20 pages for 2 to 5 lawyers: home, practice areas, profiles, news, contact. Growth at $4,900 covers a full redesign in one language.
How long to recover our Google traffic?
A dip of 2 to 4 weeks is common. With 100% of old URLs redirected, most sites recover during the 3 months of support.
Can we add a client portal later?
Yes, it is on quote and can be scoped after go-live. Many firms launch the site in 4 weeks, then add the portal as a second step.
Who should approve copy before go-live?
At least one partner, for every claim about practice areas and experience. Plan about 2 hours of review for a 15-page site.
Let's scope your project. Tell us your page count, languages and target date, and we will confirm the tier, the USD budget and the schedule. See the international offer or request a free quote: detailed reply within 48 hours.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
