Comoros visa options for Ireland passport holders

Visa types & longer-stay routes for Comoros

Rules are written for the general case of foreign nationals of all nationalities, since Comoros applies a single visa-on-arrival policy to almost everyone (only a few diplomatic/service passport holders, e.g. Libya and China, are partially exempt).

• Most nomadsTourist

  Tourist Visa on Arrival

  Up to 45 days, single entry

  Insurance

  Requiredno source confirms a mandatory health-insurance requirement, but Comoros has very limited medical facilities so travel/medical cover is strongly advised.

  Good for

  Leisure travellers and short-stay visitors of essentially any nationality flying into Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport (Moroni) or other ports of entry.

  Requirement

  Passport valid 6+ months with blank pages, proof of onward/return ticket; visa issued and paid for on arrival (approx EUR 30, cash in EUR or USD only). No e-visa exists; verify current fee before travel.

• Business

  Business Visa (Short-Stay)

  Short-stay, roughly 30-45 days (sources vary); verify

  Insurance

  Recommendedno insurance mandate documented; medical cover advised given limited local healthcare.

  Good for

  Foreign nationals visiting for meetings, negotiations or short project work, not local employment.

  Requirement

  Invitation/business letter from the host company stating purpose, completed application, passport valid 6+ months, proof of funds; obtained on arrival or via a consulate, fee approx USD 50 (varies).

• Work

  Resident Card for Employment (Carte de resident)

  Card reported valid up to 10 years, with mandatory annual payment to stay eligible

  Insurance

  Recommendeda medical certificate is part of the process, but no health-insurance mandate is documented; private cover advised.

  Good for

  Foreign nationals taking up employment with a registered Comorian company - there is no standalone 'work visa'; you need a long-stay entry visa plus this resident card.

  Requirement

  Job offer and signed contract with a registered Comorian employer (usually sponsoring the application), passport, photos, medical certificate, criminal-record certificate and proof of accommodation; HIV/AIDS testing may be required for some nationalities. Fees are government-set and vary; verify.

• Study

  Student Visa

  Typically for the duration of the study programme (verify)

  Insurance

  Recommendedno insurance mandate documented; medical cover advised.

  Good for

  Foreign nationals enrolling at a Comorian educational institution (limited information available).

  Requirement

  Letter of acceptance from the institution, completed application and proof of sufficient financial support, applied for via a Comorian embassy/consulate. Sourcing is from visa aggregators only - confirm details directly with the institution and a consulate.

• Residence

  Long-Stay Visa (Visa de long sejour)

  Over 45 days / 3 months; reported in 1-year or 10-year forms

  Insurance

  Recommendedno documented insurance requirement; private medical cover strongly advised for longer stays.

  Good for

  Foreigners intending to stay beyond about 3 months for work, study or family, who must apply before travel at a Comorian embassy/consulate.

  Requirement

  Applied for in advance at a Comorian consulate, typically with an employer or host invitation/approval letter, passport valid 6+ months and proof of funds; this entry visa is paired with a resident card for those who will work. Fees vary and are government-set; verify.

• Transit

  Transit Visa

  Short transit, reported around 24 hours (verify)

  Insurance

  OptionalNot required - no insurance condition documented for transit; cover optional.

  Good for

  Travellers passing through Comoros en route to another destination.

  Requirement

  Onward ticket and valid passport; in practice most travellers simply use the standard visa on arrival. Transit-visa specifics are weakly sourced - confirm with the carrier/consulate.

Comoros has no e-visa and no online portal; rules and fees are set locally and change without notice, so confirm with a Comorian embassy/consulate or on arrival before travelling. Last checked: 2026-06.

Last verified June 2026

Ireland → Comoros: frequently asked

Do Ireland passport holders need a visa to visit Comoros?

Visa on arrival. Get the visa at the border on entry. Always confirm with the official source before booking.

Can a Ireland passport holder live or work long-term in Comoros?

Yes, via a long-stay visa. Comoros has 6 documented visa types covering work, study, residence and — where it exists — digital-nomad routes.

Do I need travel insurance for Comoros?

Entry to Comoros never includes health cover, so travel medical insurance is strongly recommended. Several Comoros visas also require proof of insurance before they're granted.