Comoros Traveler Essentials
- Capital
- Moroni
- Currency
- Comorian Franc (KMF CF)
- Best time to visit
- The dry, cooler season from May to October offers the best weather, with calm seas ideal for diving and snorkeling.
Visa requirements
Most visitors can obtain a tourist visa on arrival at Moroni airport for a modest fee.
Getting around
Small planes and boats connect the islands, while shared taxis and minibuses handle road transport on each island.
Safety
The islands are generally calm with low violent crime, though petty theft can occur. Be cautious around political events and note that medical and emergency services are very limited.
Tipping customs
Tipping is not expected but small gratuities for guides and good service are welcomed.
Travel tips
Bring euros or US dollars to exchange and plenty of Comorian francs in cash, as cards rarely work. French and Arabic are widely used, and dress modestly in this conservative Muslim society. Inter-island flights and boats can be unreliable, so build in buffer days.