United KingdomComoros: Visa on arrival

United KingdomComoros

Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Comoros?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. United Kingdom passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Comoros.

A visa is issued at the border on arrival, usually for a fee, with no advance application.

Source: gov.uk (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementVisa on arrival

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance8,170 km, straight line (~10h 7m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Comoros242 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Comoros passport holders visiting United Kingdom: Visa required.

Comoros drives on the right, the opposite side to United Kingdom. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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Frequently asked questions

Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Comoros?

A visa is not required in advance. United Kingdom passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Comoros.

How far is Comoros from United Kingdom?

About 8,170 km in a straight line, roughly ~10h 7m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Comoros?

Comorian franc (KMF).

What is the emergency number in Comoros?

17 / 18 / 772-03-73.

Does Comoros drive on the same side of the road as United Kingdom?

Comoros drives on the right, the opposite side to United Kingdom. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Comoros in?

Comoro (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Moroni?

Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport (HAH), about 19 km away.

How many countries can enter Comoros without a visa?

242 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Comoros visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About United Kingdom

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom (UK) or Britain, is a country in Northwestern Europe, off the coast of the continental mainland. It comprises England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, with a population of over 69 million in 2025. The UK includes the island of Great Britain, the north-eastern part of the island of Ireland, and most of the smaller islands within the British Isles, covering 94,354 square miles (244,376 km2). It shares a land border with the Republic of Ireland and is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the North Sea, the English Channel, the Celtic Sea and the Irish Sea, while maintaining sovereignty over the Crown Dependencies and the British Overseas Territories. The capital and largest city of England and the UK is London; Edinburgh, Cardiff and Belfast are the national capitals of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, respectively.

CapitalLondon

RegionNorthern Europe

Population69.5M

Area242,900 km²

CurrencyBritish pound (1 USD ≈ 0.75 GBP)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+44

Drives on theleft

TimezoneLondon (UTC+1)

Nearest airportLondon City Airport (LCY), 13 km

Emergency number112 / 999

UNESCO sites37

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$57,602 (2025)

Tourist arrivals11.1M (2020)

Climate in London

Warmest August, coolest December, driest May, sunniest May.

Monthly climate normals for London, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	9.4°C	3.8°C	59mm	127h
February	10.2°C	3.6°C	103mm	157h
March	10.8°C	3.1°C	45mm	229h
April	16.6°C	5.6°C	34mm	323h
May	19.1°C	7.8°C	5mm	397h
June	20.5°C	11.5°C	80mm	324h
July	21.7°C	12.9°C	47mm	320h
August	23.5°C	15.3°C	74mm	313h
September	20°C	11°C	25mm	266h
October	14.1°C	8.2°C	159mm	169h
November	12.4°C	5.9°C	48mm	141h
December	8.1°C	3°C	85mm	117h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is a constitutional monarchy comprising most of the British Isles. It is a union of four constituent countries: England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, each of which has something unique and exciting for visitors.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Blaenavon Industrial Landscape
Blenheim Palace
Buildings and architecture of Bath
Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church
Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd
Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape
Derwent Valley Mills
Durham Castle and Cathedral
Flow Country
Forth Bridge

Upcoming public holidays

November 30, 2026Saint Andrew's Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 28, 2026Boxing Day

Full source list on About.

About Comoros

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

CapitalMoroni

RegionEastern Africa

Population882.8K

Area1,862 km²

CurrencyComorian franc (1 USD ≈ 438.27 KMF)

LanguagesArabic, French, Comorian

Calling code+269

Drives on theright

TimezoneComoro (UTC+3)

Nearest airportPrince Said Ibrahim International Airport (HAH), 19 km

Emergency number17 / 18 / 772-03-73

UNESCO sites1

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$2,056 (2025)

Tourist arrivals7K (2020)

Climate in Moroni

Warmest March, coolest August, driest November, sunniest October. Best time to visit: May, June, July, August, September, October, November.

Monthly climate normals for Moroni, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.5°C	25°C	628mm	305h
February	29.9°C	25.2°C	278mm	295h
March	30.2°C	25.3°C	269mm	332h
April	30°C	24.4°C	322mm	344h
May	29.4°C	23.5°C	212mm	346h
June	28.1°C	21.8°C	164mm	310h
July	27°C	21.1°C	184mm	334h
August	27.2°C	20.2°C	141mm	349h
September	27.7°C	20.5°C	161mm	353h
October	28.4°C	22.5°C	220mm	362h
November	29.3°C	23.2°C	125mm	358h
December	29.8°C	24.3°C	227mm	362h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Comoros is an island nation off the coast of East Africa, in the Indian Ocean between northern Mozambique and northern Madagascar.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

The Medinas of the Historic Sultanates of the Comoros

Upcoming public holidays

November 12, 2026Maore Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

March 18, 2027Cheikh Al Maarouf Day

Full source list on About.