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Living in Comoros
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Comoros, including guidance on visa, residency, healthcare, study and marriage
This guide sets out essential information for British citizens moving to or living in Comoros. Read about how our British Embassy in Antananarivo can help:
Consular support is not available from the British government in Comoros. However, the British Embassy Antananarivo in Madagascar can provide consular support to British nationals.
This information is provided as a guide only. You should get definitive information from the Comorian authorities. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is not liable for any inaccuracies in this information.
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Before you go
See our travel advice for Comoros for up-to-date information on entry requirements, local laws and customs, safety and emergencies.
Visas and residency
Check the entry requirements for Comoros in our travel advice.
Passports and travel
You can apply for or renew your British passport from Comoros overseas-passports.
Healthcare in COMOROS
There is no healthcare agreements between the UK and Comoros medical service providers.
UK Travel insurance providers will not generally cover your healthcare costs if you live overseas.
Medicine
If you are on a prescription for any medication you should ensure you have a supply of it, or are able to obtain it when in Comoros. Certain medicines may not be available in Comoros, and you may be prohibited from taking them into the country. You should consult your GP before travelling to Comoros to find out about any alternative medication.
Working in Comoros
If you are planning to move to Comoros and work, you may need to contact the Ministry of youth, employment, labour, sports, arts and culture on +2693495200 or +2693471912.
Tax
The UK does not have a taxation agreement with Comoros. You should get professional advice on paying tax in Comoros. Find an[English-speaking lawyer in Comoros] (https://find-a-professional-service-abroad.service.csd.fcdo.gov.uk/find?serviceType=lawyers).
Read guidance on
- tax if you leave the UK to live abroad
- tax on your UK income if you live abroad
- tax if you get a pension and live abroad
- paying National Insurance while abroad to protect your State Pension and entitlement to other benefits and allowances
Money and banking
The Comoros Franc (KMF) is the local currency. EUR and USD are accepted and can be exchanged at local hotels, banks and airports. We would advise against exchanging currencies with black market traders (found at the airport or roaming the streets) as it is illegal.
Mobile phones can also be used to transfer and receive money, to purchase some goods and services, to pay certain bills as well as to top up mobile phone credits. You can open a special account with Telma Comores number Money sent will be received in the account instantly, even out after banking hours and also on bank holidays.