Visa Information / Entry requirements – Comoros

This page reflects the UK government’s understanding of current rules for people travelling on a full ‘British Citizen’ passport from the UK, for the most common types of travel.

The authorities in Comoros set and enforce entry rules. If you’re unsure how Comoros’ entry requirements apply to you, contact its UK embassy, high commission or consulate.

All travellers

All travellers need a visa to enter or travel through Comoros as a visitor. See Visas.

If you’re fully vaccinated

For passengers with proof of full vaccination against COVID-19, pre-departure PCR tests are no longer required for entry to Comoros, or for departure from Comoros (unless required for the next destination).

Proof of vaccination status

You need to provide proof of vaccination in order to enter Comoros, otherwise a negative PCR test result is required.

If you’re not fully vaccinated

For passengers without proof of full vaccination, a negative PCR test result from within 72 hours before travel is required for entry to Comoros, and a PCR test is required for departure from Comoros (regardless of next destination). The price of PCR tests in Comoros is 15,000 Comorian Francs. See information on getting a test before entry.

If you’ve had COVID-19 in the past year

Entry requirements for Comoros are the same for all travellers, regardless of your COVID-19 recovery status.

Children and young people

There are no specific entry requirements for children and young people. A PCR test, undertaken less than 72 hours before departure is required for entry into Comoros, regardless of age.

If you’re transiting through Comoros

Transiting is when you pass through one country on the way to your final destination.

Transiting through Comoros is permitted for travellers who have undertaken a PCR test less than 72 hours before departure.

Exemptions

There are no exemptions to the requirement that a PCR test must be undertaken less than 72 hours before departure for entry into Comoros.

Check your passport and travel documents before you travel

You should check with your travel provider to make sure your passport and other travel documents meet their requirements.

Passport validity

If you are visiting Comoros, your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date you arrive.

Visas

You will need a visa to enter or travel through Comoros as a visitor. You can get a visa on arrival at Hahaya airport or at other points of entry for €30. Details are available on the Hahaya airport website (in French).

UK Emergency Travel Documents

UK Emergency Travel Documents (ETDs) are accepted for entry, airside transit and exit from Comoros

Tourism Health Information – Comoros

If you have a health condition, or you are pregnant, you may need specialist healthcare abroad. Check whether your destination country can provide the healthcare you may need and ensure you have appropriate travel insurance for unexpected medical evacuation or local treatment.
At least 8 weeks before your trip, check the latest country-specific health advice from the National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) on the TravelHealthPro website. Each country-specific page has information on vaccine recommendations, any current health risks or outbreaks, and factsheets with information on staying healthy abroad. Guidance is also available from NHS (Scotland) on the FitForTravel website.

General information on travel vaccinations and a travel health checklist are available on the NHS website. You may then wish to contact your health adviser or pharmacy for advice on other preventive measures and managing any pre-existing medical conditions while you’re abroad.

The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries. If you’re travelling with prescription or over-the-counter medicine, read this guidance from NaTHNaC on best practice when travelling with medicines. For further information on the legal status of a specific medicine, you’ll need to contact the embassy, high commission or consulate of the country or territory you’re travelling to.

While travel can be enjoyable, it can sometimes be challenging. There are clear links between mental and physical health, so looking after yourself during travel and when abroad is important. Information on travelling with mental health conditions is available in our guidance page. Further information is also available from the National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC).

Medical treatment

Medical facilities are basic and limited on all three islands, and most are private. Electricity and water supplies are subject to frequent interruptions, which can affect hospitals and other public services. Medicines and food may not have been safely stored. Make sure you have adequate travel health insurance and accessible funds to cover the cost of any medical treatment abroad and repatriation

Weather & When To Go To Comoros

The climate of the Comoro Islands, an archipelago in the Indian Ocean south of the Equator, is tropical, with a hot and rainy season from December to April, when the north-west monsoon prevails, and a relatively cool and dry season from May to November, when the south-east trade winds blow. The warmest period is from January to April, with an average daily temperature around 28 °C (82 °F), while the coolest months are July, August and September, when the average drops to around 25 °C (77 °F).

Here are the average temperatures in the capital, Moroni, located on the west coast of the island of Grande Comore.