Comoros

Comoros uses 220V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type E.

Comoros uses the Comorian franc (symbol: Fr), code KMF.

Banknotes come in denominations of 10000, 5000, 2000, 1000 and 500 francs. Franc is subdivided into 100 centimes. Coins come in denominations of 250, 100, 50, 25, 10, 5, 2 and 1 francs.

Tipping is quite common in Comoros and it's good etiquette to leave one. How much money you leave depends on the service and how happy you were with it.

Automatic teller machines (local names: Distributeur automatique de billets (DAB) or ATM) are rare in Comoros. Your best bet is to look for them in large cities and community places.

You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.

Internet speed in Comoros is on average 0.9 Mbps.

WiFi coverage in Comoros is very low. It's quite hard to find one.

You can buy a SIM card for about 5,549.65 KMF, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 2 telecoms: Huri or Telma Comores.

Comoros uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900.

If you don't want to buy SIM card in Comoros upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.

To call Comoros, dial +, then 269 (the country code for Comoros), then the area code and the local number.

Homosexual practices are illegal in Comoros. Punishment includes imprisonment and a fine.

Same-sex marriage is not recognized.

No vaccinations are required to enter this country. The vaccinations listed for this country are recommended for the traveler’s protection.