The official name of the country is the Union of the Comoros. It is a sovereign island nation in the Indian Ocean, located between Mozambique and Madagascar. Neighboring countries include Tanzania to the northwest and the Seychelles to the northeast. The population is estimated at 866,629 (2024).

The Union of the Comoros has three official languages — Comorian, Arabic, and French — although French remains the sole official language on Mayotte. The country comprises four main volcanic islands in the Comoros archipelago: Grande Comore, Mohéli, Anjouan, and Mayotte, along with several smaller islands.

Mayotte, however, has never been governed by the independent Comorian state and continues to be administered by France as an overseas department. It was the only island that voted against independence in 1974.

Comoros is the only country that is simultaneously a member of the African Union, Francophonie, Organization of Islamic Cooperation, Arab League, and the Indian Ocean Commission. Since independence in 1975, the country has experienced multiple coups d’état. As of 2025, approximately 20% of the population lives below the international poverty line of USD 1.90 per day.

Important Notice

The Comoros citizenship-by-investment program was officially terminated in May 2017.

Please note that Elma Capital does not provide any services related to Comorian citizenship or the renewal of Comorian passports. The information below is provided solely for historical reference.

At the end of this page, you will find a list of countries where citizenship can still be obtained relatively quickly and without prior residence — jurisdictions where Elma Capital experts can assist you throughout the process.

Comoros Citizenship by Investment – Historical Overview

The Comoros economic citizenship program was introduced in 2001 under the Constitution of the Union of the Comoros. It was regulated by the Law on Economic Citizenship of 27 November 2008, with the last major amendments made in 2013.

The authority responsible for processing applications was the National Independent Committee, and citizenship was granted solely by presidential decree.

Typical processing time was about two months after submission of a complete application, though this varied depending on individual circumstances. Upon approval, the applicant received a Certificate of Naturalization and a Comorian passport, valid for five years and renewable upon expiry.

Main Advantages

  1. Lifetime citizenship at comparatively low cost.
  2. Dual citizenship permitted — no requirement to renounce your current nationality.
  3. Spouse and dependent children under 18 could be included.
  4. Fast and straightforward process — no residence requirement or interview; approval within two months.
  5. Donation paid only after approval, eliminating financial risk before citizenship is granted.
  6. No disclosure of new citizenship to your home country authorities.
  7. No tax obligations for new citizens.
  8. Passport usable for international banking purposes.

Eligibility

  1. Main applicant must be at least 18 years old and reside outside the Comoros.
  2. Applicant must have a clean criminal record and must not belong to any terrorist organization.
  3. A non-refundable government donation must be made in the prescribed amount.
  4. Applications must be submitted personally by each applicant, including family members.

Restricted nationalities: citizens of France and Iran were not eligible to apply.

Costs and Fees

The Comoros program was the most affordable citizenship-by-investment option in the world. Government fees were as follows:

  • Main applicant – USD 45,000
  • Spouse – USD 20,000
  • Child (0–18 years) – USD 10,000

Passport Value

Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access was available to approximately 52 countries and territories worldwide, primarily in Africa and Asia.

Professional Services

Elma Capital does not provide legal or consulting services related to Comoros. We assist international clients with other fast-track citizenship programs — including Argentina, El Salvador, Antigua & Barbuda, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, Vanuatu, Türkiye, Botswana, Sierra Leone, and others.

If you require professional assistance in obtaining citizenship through investment, please contact us today.

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