East Africa · US passport
Do American citizens need a visa for Comoros?
Entry rules change often. We checked these on 27 October 2026 against the sources below. Confirm with the embassy before you book.
Yes. American citizens need a visa for Comoros, which can be bought on arrival or online in advance.
At a glance
- Visa required
- Yes
- Type
- Visa on arrival
- Fee
- See official portal
- Stay
- Up to 45 days
- Yellow fever
- Not required
- Arrive at
- HAH
How to get your Comoros visa on arrival
- To skip the queue, apply online in advance on the official government portal where available.
- Otherwise, buy the visa at the airport on arrival, ideally with cash in US dollars or euros.
- Keep your return ticket and accommodation details ready for the immigration desk.
Health requirements
Yellow fever. No yellow fever certificate is required.
Malaria. Malaria is present across most of the country. Ask a travel clinic about antimalarial tablets.
Book a travel clinic visit 6 to 8 weeks before departure. Some vaccines, including yellow fever, must be given at least 10 days before you arrive.
Travel advice for American travellers
Your own government publishes safety advice and emergency contacts for Comoros. Check it before you book and register your trip if your country offers that service: US State Department travel advisories.
More entry rules for your passport: all 54 countries, visa-free countries, eVisa countries and visa on arrival countries.
On arrival in Comoros
- Capital
- Moroni
- Currency
- Comorian franc (KMF)
- Languages
- Comorian, Arabic, French
- Plugs
- Type C, E
- Best time
- May to October
- Airports
- Moroni (HAH)
Frequently asked questions
Do American citizens need a visa for Comoros?
Yes. American citizens need a visa for Comoros, which can be bought on arrival or online in advance.
How long can American citizens stay in Comoros?
Up to 45 days for tourism. Overstaying can lead to fines and future entry bans.
Do I need a yellow fever certificate for Comoros?
No yellow fever certificate is required.
How much does the Comoros visa cost for American passport holders?
Fees vary by visa length and entry type. The official portal shows the current price before you pay.
Which airports do flights to Comoros arrive at?
Most international flights land at Moroni (HAH).
Sources
- US State Department travel advisories
- Wikipedia: Visa requirements for United States citizens
- WHO: Yellow fever vaccination requirements, country list
- Wikipedia: Visa requirements for German citizens (EU reference)
- Wikipedia: Visa requirements for British citizens
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