Comoros, Visitor info — November 27, 2025 at 11:10 am

Comoros Visitor info

Question	Answer
What is the Currency Exchange of COMOROS to the US Dollar?	1 USD ≈ 420 KMF (Comorian Francs) (October 2025 avg.).
Website for local Currency Exchange in COMOROS?	https://www.banque-comores.km/
Website How to become a citizen of COMOROS?	https://www.interieur.gov.km/
Which Bank can I use that is safe in COMOROS?	Banque Centrale des Comores, Banque de Développement des Comores, Exim Bank Comores.
What are the tax rules for bringing a car to COMOROS?	Import duty 20-30% + VAT 18%; registration fees apply.
How much to ship a car to COMOROS from Miami?	$4,500-$8,000 USD via container to Moroni Port.
How much higher is it to buy a car on the island of COMOROS?	20-40% higher due to import/shipping to outer islands like Anjouan, Moheli.
Can I sell a car in COMOROS? How do I sell a car in COMOROS?	Yes; transfer registration at local transport office; sell via local markets/word-of-mouth.
How do I get a car license in COMOROS?	Register at Ministry of Transport with inspection.
How do I get a drivers license in COMOROS?	Pass local theory/practical tests; IDP may be accepted short-term.
How can I find a Rental Home, Condo, or Apartment in COMOROS?	Local agents in Moroni; limited online like expat groups.
How can I find a Timeshare in COMOROS.	Very limited; some beach resorts on Grande Comore.
Where are the Big shopping Malls in COMOROS?	None major; markets and small centers in Moroni.
Who can I contact that lives in COMOROS? Are there any Web site Forums for COMOROS?	Reddit r/Comoros, Expat.com Comoros, Facebook expat groups.
Is there Website Local tourist Web site for COMOROS?	https://www.comoros-tourisme.com/
Who’s the Local ISP of COMOROS?	Comores Telecom.
Who’s the Internet Service Provider of COMOROS?	Comores Telecom, Telco.
What’s the COMOROS government web site address?	https://www.beit-salam.km/
Who’s the Monarch of COMOROS?	None; federal republic (Presidential system).
Who’s the current Governor of COMOROS in 2025?	Central Bank Governor: Aboubacar Saïd Soilih.
Who’s the Premier of COMOROS in 2025?	No Premier; President Azali Assoumani leads.
What’s the National Anthem of COMOROS?	Udzima wa ya Masiwa.
What’s the Flag of COMOROS?	Green triangle with white crescent/star, horizontal stripes yellow/white/red/blue/green.
What’s the Territory status of COMOROS?	Federal Islamic republic.
What’s the Legal system of COMOROS?	Mixed French civil law and Sharia.
What’s the Judicial Branch of COMOROS?	Supreme Court, Federal Court.
What’s the Largest Island of COMOROS?	Grande Comore (Ngazidja).
What’s the Capital of COMOROS?	Moroni.
What’s the native Language of COMOROS?	Comorian (Shikomor), Arabic, French.
What’s the Population of COMOROS?	850,000 (2025 est.).
What’s the Website showing the Population of COMOROS?	https://worldpopulationreview.com/countries/comoros-population
What are the primary religions on COMOROS?	Sunni Muslim (98%).
What’s the name of the Airport & Airport Code for COMOROS?	Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport (HAH).
What’s the Monetary Unit / Fiat called in COMOROS?	Comorian Franc (KMF).
What’s Phone Calling Code of COMOROS?	269
What’s the current Economy of COMOROS in 2025?	GDP ~$1.3 billion USD; growth ~2%; agriculture/tourism.
What are the names of the major Banks on COMOROS?	Banque Fédérale de Commerce, Exim Bank.
What’s the Sales Tax of COMOROS?	VAT 18%.
What are the Departure Taxes of COMOROS?	~€20 (~$21 USD) included in ticket.
What’s the personal income tax on COMOROS?	Progressive up to 30%.
What’s the business income tax on COMOROS?	35%.
Is there a property tax on COMOROS if so what is it?	Yes; local rates vary.
What’s the Accommodation Tax on COMOROS?	Tourist tax ~$1-2/night.
Can a tourist drive on COMOROS?	Yes, with IDP; roads challenging.
Life Expectancy at Birth on COMOROS	64.5 years (2025 est.).
What are the major Medical Centers and Hospitals on COMOROS?	El-Maarouf Hospital (Moroni), Centre Hospitalier de Moroni.
What’s the Unemployment rate on COMOROS?	~7% (2025 est.).
What’s the Website showing the Unemployment rate of COMOROS?	https://www.ins-comores.km/
What’s the Literacy rate on COMOROS?	58%.
What’s the Website showing the Literacy rate on COMOROS?	https://uis.unesco.org/
What’s the Internet TLD: domain.(com) for COMOROS?	.km
What’s the National Flower of COMOROS?	Ylang-ylang.
What’s the National Bird of COMOROS?	None official.
What’s the National Tree of COMOROS?	Ylang-ylang tree.
What’s the cost of Cruising Permits on COMOROS?	$50-200 USD per vessel.
What’s the Website showing the cost of Cruising Permits on COMOROS?	https://www.portmoroni.km/
What are the Customs Duties on COMOROS?	5-40% + VAT 18%.
What’s the Website showing the Customs Duties of COMOROS?	https://www.douanes.km/
What’s the Website Fishing Permits for COMOROS?	https://www.mineddlf.gov.km/
What’s the Immigration Website for COMOROS?	https://www.interieur.gov.km/
What’s the Marriage License and Regulations Website for COMOROS?	Local civil registry offices.
What’s the rules for bring Pets to for COMOROS?	Vet certificate, rabies vaccine; quarantine may apply.
What’s the Website address showing the rules for bring Pets to for COMOROS?	https://www.agriculture.gov.km/
What’s the Website Marine Conservation Permits for COMOROS?	https://www.environnement.gov.km/
What’s the cost of Electricity on COMOROS in kWh using US Dollars and cents?	~$0.25 USD/kWh.
What’s the cost of auto gasoline in COMOROS converted to US Dollars and cents in 2025?	~$1.40 USD/liter (~$5.30/gallon).