Location: Indian Ocean
Local Time: GMT+3
Capital City: Moroni
Population: 0.7 million
Area: 2,170357,021 square km, 1,356 square miles.
Language(s): French, Arabic, Comorian
Dialling Code: 269
Emergency: Police: 744890. Ambulance: 732473
TV Standard:
Driving: Driving is on the right. International Driving Permit required
Electricity: 220V AC 50Hz
Currency: Comoro Franc (KMF 1 = 100 Centimes)
Notes: KMF: 500, 1,000, 2,500, 5,000, 10,000
Coins: KMF: 5, 10, 20, 25, 50, 100
Credit Cards/Travellers Cheques: Cheques
Opening Hours
Bank: 0800-1400 Mon-Thur, 0800-1100 Fri
Office: 0730-1430 Mon-Thur, 0730-1100 Fri, 0730-1200 Sat
Shops: Closed daily between 1200-1800
Public Holidays
2012
Note: Muslim festivals are timed according to local sightings of various phases of the moon and the dates listed are approximate. During the lunar month of Ramadan that precedes Eid al-Fitr, Muslims fast during the day and feast at night and normal business patterns may be interrupted. Many restaurants are closed during the day and there may be restrictions on smoking and drinking. Some disruption may continue into Eid al-Fitr itself. Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha may last anything from 2-10 days, depending on the region.
Business/Social Hints: Women should wear modest clothes in Muslim areas. A headscarf is recommended. Business is conducted in French and Arabic, very few executives speak English. Care should be taken to respect local Muslim customs and conventions. Visits during Ramadan should be avoided
Tipping: Around 10%
