Comoros
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
The country in brief
About 883 thousand people live in the Comoros, on 2,034 km². The capital is Moroni.
- Capital
- Moroni
- Population
- 882,847
- Area
- 2,034 km²
- Official languages
- French, Arabic, and Comorian
No land borders
Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.
Before you go
Which plugs are used in the Comoros?
Sockets take plug type C/E, at 220 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in the Comoros?
Call 17 for the police, 772-03-73 for an ambulance and 18 for the fire brigade.
Do you tip in the Comoros?
Round up, or leave small change.
Which side of the road do they drive on in the Comoros?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in the Comoros?
Prices are in Comorian Franc (KMF).
What language do they speak in the Comoros?
Official languages: French, Arabic, and Comorian.
How do I call a number in the Comoros from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +269.
Entry rules and travel advice
Visa rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice. Your own government keeps them up to date, so check its advice before you book.
Links checked October 30, 2026.
