Comoros Visa RequirementsFor Spain passport holders
The Comoros Islands offer visa on arrival for Spanish passport holders at Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport. Cost: USD 30 for a 45-day stay. The Comoros is an archipelago nation off the east coast of Africa.
Spain passport holders can obtain a Visa on Arrival at Comoros ports of entry.
Visa on arrival: USD 30, 45 days. Bring exact change or USD bills. Entry via Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport on Grand Comore island. Limited flights via Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, and Air Austral (Reunion).
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
1 blank page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Entry Conditions
Valid passport with at least 6 months validity, return ticket, proof of accommodation, and visa fee in cash (EUR or USD).
Fines and potential complications at departure.
Required Documents
Valid Spanish Passport
Passport with at least 6 months validity.
Passport Photo
1 recent passport photo for the visa on arrival application.
Visa on Arrival Fee
USD 30 cash at Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport, Moroni, Grand Comore.
Return or Onward Ticket
Confirmed departure ticket from the Comoros.
Yellow Fever Certificate Recommended
Required if arriving from a yellow fever endemic country.
Current Travel Situation
Spain to Comoros: What You Need to Know
The Comoros is a small island nation in the Indian Ocean between Madagascar and mainland Africa (Mozambique). It is one of Africa poorest and most politically unstable countries, having experienced over 20 coups since independence. Tourism is minimal but growing.
How to Get There
Comoros is reached via connections through Nairobi, Addis Ababa, or Reunion (Mayotte, a French territory, is geographically part of the Comoros archipelago but politically French). Regional connections within the Indian Ocean are the practical route.
Money & Banking
Comoros uses the Comorian franc (KMF), pegged to the euro. Very limited ATM and card access. Bring euros or USD in cash. Grand Comore has basic banking facilities. Economy is heavily remittance-dependent from Comorians living abroad.
Practical Tips
Karthala volcano on Grand Comore is one of the world most active and largest shield volcanoes. Moheli (Mwali) island is a marine park with sea turtles and whale sharks. Anjouan island has pristine beaches and forest reserves. Ylang-ylang perfume production is distinctive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a visa on arrival in Comoros?
Yes, Spanish citizens can obtain a visa on arrival at Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport in Moroni. The visa costs approximately €30-50 for 45 days. Bring passport photos, return ticket, and proof of accommodation. Cash payment in EUR or USD is preferred.
What is special about the Comoros Islands?
The Comoros is an archipelago of volcanic islands producing most of the world's ylang-ylang (used in perfumes like Chanel No. 5) and significant vanilla. The islands offer pristine beaches, diving, and the chance to see the endangered coelacanth - a prehistoric fish thought extinct until 1938. Tourism is minimal, offering authentic experiences.
Can I see coelacanths in Comoros?
The Comoros is famous as the place where the coelacanth, a "living fossil" fish unchanged for 400 million years, was rediscovered in 1938. While seeing one alive is extremely rare (they live deep), the Coelacanth Research Center in Moroni has exhibits and information. Specimens have been caught by local fishermen.
Which Comoros island should I visit?
Grande Comore has the main airport and Mount Karthala volcano (one of the world's largest active volcanoes). Mohéli is the smallest but has the best marine park with sea turtles, dolphins, and whales. Anjouan has beautiful landscapes and waterfalls. Each island offers different experiences. Inter-island travel is by small plane or boat.
Is diving good in Comoros?
Yes, the Comoros offers excellent diving with pristine reefs, diverse marine life, and very few other divers. Mohéli Marine Park is particularly good with sea turtles, manta rays, and whale sharks seasonally. Visibility is best from August to October. Dive facilities are basic - experienced divers will appreciate the unspoiled conditions.