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Comoros Visa for United States Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

US citizens can get a visa on arrival at Moroni's Prince Said Ibrahim Airport for about USD 50-70, paid in cash, with the stamp issued on the spot after a short check of travel documents.

Guide last updated October 1, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.
  • No pre-filled application form is required in advance - a short arrival form is completed at the airport counter.
  • Proof of sufficient funds is rarely checked but having cash for the visa fee itself (USD or EUR) is essential since cards are generally not accepted at the counter.
  • Return or onward ticket may be requested by the visa-on-arrival officer.
  • Accommodation details (hotel name or host address) should be ready to state.
  • One passport photo can speed up processing, though it isn't always strictly enforced.
  • No biometrics beyond a possible photo taken at the counter.
  • Travel health insurance is not mandatory but recommended given limited medical infrastructure; proof of yellow fever vaccination may be checked if arriving from an at-risk country.

Visa types

  • Tourist visa on arrival: single-entry, valid for a stay of up to 45 days, fee approximately USD 50-70 depending on exact length requested.
  • Business visa on arrival: similar process, sometimes requiring a brief explanation of business purpose, fee in the same USD 50-70 range.
  • Longer stays or residency require application to the Comorian immigration directorate after arrival, which is handled separately from the airport visa-on-arrival process.

Visa on arrival

  • On landing at Moroni (Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport), proceed to the visa-on-arrival counter before passport control.
  • Present your passport, state your purpose of visit and planned length of stay, and pay the fee in cash (USD or EUR preferred; carry exact or close-to-exact amounts since change may be limited).
  • The officer stamps your passport with the visa and entry stamp in the same step - there's no separate waiting period.
  • Queues can build up when multiple flights land close together, so keep your documents and cash ready to minimize delay.

Fees & processing time

  • Visa on arrival fee: approximately USD 50-70, payable in cash only (USD or EUR).
  • No separate service fee since this is handled directly by immigration at the airport, not through VFS/BLS.
  • Total cost estimate: USD 50-70 plus a few dollars if you need a passport photo on-site (not always required).
  • Processing is immediate - typically 10-30 minutes depending on how many flights are arriving at once.

Tips for United States travelers

  • Carry sufficient USD or EUR cash for the visa fee since card payment is unreliable at the airport counter.
  • Rejections are rare at this stage but can occur if your passport has insufficient validity or if you can't clearly state your visit's purpose.
  • There's no VFS/BLS process for this route - it's handled entirely at the airport.
  • Check current health requirements, as yellow fever certificate checks can apply depending on your prior itinerary.
  • If you want to extend beyond 45 days, visit the immigration directorate in Moroni well before your visa expires.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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