AFRICA

🇰🇲 Comoros

Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution

Advisory Level Level 2

Exchange Rate 1 USD = 418.24 KMF

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Last Updated Jan 12, 2026

About Comoros

The Comoros, officially the Union of the Comoros, is an archipelagic country made up of three islands in Southeastern Africa, located at the northern end of the Mozambique Channel in the Indian Ocean. Its capital and largest city is Moroni. The religion of the majority of the population - and the official state religion - is Islam. Comoros proclaimed its independence from France on 6 July 1975. The Comoros is the only country of the Arab League which is entirely in the Southern Hemisphere. It is a member state of the African Union, the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie, the Organisation of Islamic Co-operation, and the Indian Ocean Commission. The country has three official languages: Comorian, French and Arabic.

Source: Wikipedia

At a Glance

Capital Moroni

Population 919,901

Area 1,862 km²

Language Arabic

Currency Comorian franc

GDP/Capita $1,663

Travel Advisory

Exercise increased caution due to heightened risks to safety and security.

Currency & Economy

Currency: Comorian franc (KMF)
Exchange Rate: 1 USD = 418.24 KMF
GDP: $1.4B
GDP per Capita: $1,663

Visa Fee Estimate

$185 USD 77,374 KMF

Based on current Treasury exchange rate

Development

Life Expectancy: 66.8 years

Geography & Practical Details

Region: Africa
Capital: Moroni
Area: 1,862 km²
Population: 919,901
Timezone: UTC+03:00
Languages: Arabic, French, Comorian
Calling Code: +269
Drives On: Right
ISO Code: KM