Comoros Travel & Emergency Guide

Emergency Numbers in Comoros

Key Travel Facts

Driving Rules & Speed Limits in Comoros

Toll & Vignette: No vignette. No toll roads.

Tipping & Etiquette

Recommendation: 5 to 10 percent in sit-down dining. Small tip of 5–10% in restaurants. Hiking guides to Karthala crater appreciate tips in KMF or Euro.

• DO Respect Islamic customs, prayer times, and local island traditions.
• DO Visit traditional artisan ylang-ylang distilleries and vanilla plantations.
• DON'T Do not wear skimpy beachwear in towns, villages, or public markets.
• DON'T Avoid drinking alcohol in public places outside licensed tourist hotels.

Power Sockets & Tap Water

Plug Type & Electricity: Type C & E (220V, 50Hz – standard European two-pin plugs fit).

Tap Water: Avoid tap water. Drink strictly bottled or treated mineral water.

Insider Tip: Hiking the Mount Karthala volcano caldera is a highlight. Dress conservatively covering shoulders and knees when outside resort beaches.