Comoros

Travel Tips

Le Kartala volcano on Ngazidja is active and it is advised to check before travelling to that region
Bottled water recommended
The majority of locals speak Shikomoro (a Swahili-Arabic blend)
Euro and US Dollar may be largely accepted in tourist areas
The islands have a tropical climate. The wet season is from October to April, where heavy rains occur and the weather is hot and humid, whilst the dry season is cooler and more comfortable

Last updated 29 September 2026

Foreign Representation in South Africa

200 Beckett Street, Arcadia, (Cnr Beckett & Church str), Pretoria
Telephone: 012 343 8594
E-mail: embassycomorospretoria@gmail.com

Public Holidays

January: 1, 16
March: 18 - 20
May: 1, 27 - 28
June: 17
July: 6
August: 26
November: 12

Visa Requirements

An entry visa, valid for 45 days, is obtained on arrival at the airport
For stays longer than 45 days or visits other than tourism, you can apply at the embassy

Visa Cost

Entry Requirements

Health / Vaccinations

None

Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio

South African Representative Abroad

P.O. Box 2589, Moroni
Telephone: +269 7 73 4783 / 8081
Email: moroni@dirco.gov.za
Website: dirco1.azurewebsites.net/comoros