Union of Comoros
Capital: Moroni
HDI: 0.503 (159th)
Languages: Comorian, French, arabic
GDP (PPP): $1.255 billion
Currency: Comorian Franc
Population: 798,000
The Union of the Comoros is a sovereign archipelago island nation in the Indian Ocean located at the northern end of the Mozambique Channel off the eastern coast of Africa between northeastern Mozambique and northwestern Madagascar. Other countries near the Comoros are Tanzania to the northwest and the Seychelles to the northeast. Its capital is Moroni, on Grande Comore. The Union of the Comoros has three official languages – Comorian, Arabic and French. The religion of the majority of the population is Islam.
At 1,660 km2 (640 sq mi), excluding the contested island of Mayotte, the Comoros is the third-smallest African nation by area. The population, excluding Mayotte, is estimated at 798,000. As a nation formed at a crossroads of different civilizations, the archipelago is noted for its diverse culture and history. The archipelago was first inhabited by Bantu speakers who came from East Africa, supplemented by Arab and Austronesian immigration.
The country consists of three major islands and numerous smaller islands, all in the volcanic Comoros archipelago. The major islands are commonly known by their French names: northwestern-most Grande Comore (Ngazidja); Mohéli (Mwali); and Anjouan (Nzwani). In addition, the country has a claim on a fourth major island, southeastern-most Mayotte (Maore), though Mayotte voted against independence from France in 1974, has never been administered by an independent Comoros government, and continues to be administered by France (currently as an overseas department). France has vetoed United Nations Security Council resolutions that would affirm Comorian sovereignty over the island. In addition, Mayotte became an overseas department and a region of France in 2011 following a referendum passed overwhelmingly.
RESEARCH
Economic Overview
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Comoros Overview – World Bank
http://www.worldbank.org/en/country/comoros/overview
Recent economic developments point to a deteriorating economic situation as growth slows and the Comorian franc depreciates against the US dollar. Comoros has a small and undiversified economy.
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The World Factbook — Central Intelligence Agency
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/cn.html
One of the world’s poorest countries, Comoros is made up of three islands that are hampered by inadequate transportation links, a young and rapidly increasing population, and few natural resources. The low educational level of the labor force contributes to a subsistence level of economic activity and a heavy dependence on foreign grants and technical assistance.
Industry Trends & Business Climate
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INVESTING IN COMOROS – lescomores.com
http://lescomores.com/en/economy/investing-in-comoros.php
A dated (2011) business environment profile of Comoros.
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Comoros Industries
http://www.mapsofworld.com/comoros/economy-and-business/industries.html
The major Comoros industries are concentrated in distilling perfume essence from ylang-ylang.
Establishing a Presence
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Starting a Business in Comoros
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/comoros/starting-a-business
This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Comoros.
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Doing Business in Comoros – World Bank Group
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/comoros?topic=starting-a-business
This World Bank site ranks Comoros with other countris of the world for ease of establishing a business in Cosmoros.
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Starting a Business in Comoros
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/comoros/starting-a-business
This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Comoros.
Taxes
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Comoros Islands: Domestic Taxation
http://www.lowtax.net/information/comoros-islands/comoros-islands-domestic-corporate-taxation.html
Under the General Tax Code, corporate tax applies to Comoros-source income at a rate of 35 percent. However, corporate tax rises to 50 percent if a company’s turnover exceeds KMF500m.
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Comoros Islands: Domestic Taxation
http://www.lowtax.net/information/comoros-islands/comoros-islands-personal-taxation.html
Individual income is taxed at progressive rates up to 30 percent, which applies on income of more than KMF3.5m. No tax is paid on income up to KMF150,000. All individuals with a permanent occupation in Comoros are subject to personal taxation.
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Comoros Sales Tax Rate | 2014-2016
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/comoros/sales-tax-rate
The Sales Tax Rate in Comoros stands at 10 percent. Sales Tax Rate in Comoros averaged 10.00 percent from 2014 until 2016, reaching an all time high of 10.00 percent in 2015 and a record low of 10.00 percent in 2015.
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Comoros Sales Tax Rate Forecast 2016-2020
http://www.tradingeconomics.com/comoros/sales-tax-rate/forecast
In the long-term, the Comoros Sales Tax Rate is projected to trend around 10.00 percent in 2020, according to our econometric models.
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Paying Taxes in Comoros
http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/comoros/paying-taxes
This site provides a detailed summary of the taxes and mandatory contributions that a medium-size company must pay or withhold in a given year, as well as administrative burden in paying taxes and complying with postfiling procedures.
Visas
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Comoros: Visa and Passport requirements
http://www.worldtravelguide.net/comoros/passport-visa
Comoros visa and passport requirements & Embassy and Colsulate addresses. Full detail on passports, visas and entry requirements for Comoros
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VisaHQ.com – Comoros visa
https://comoros.visahq.com/
Comprehensive Information on Comoros Visa Requirements
Infrastructure
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Comoros Transportation – Taxi, Train, Bus & Airport Tips
https://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Africa/Comoros/Transportation-Comoros-TG-C-1.html
Tips on getting to and getting around Comoros from real travelers and locals.
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Comoros — Transportation – iExplore
http://www.iexplore.com/articles/travel-guides/africa/comoros/transportation
Taxis and Car Rental It is easy to hail taxis in Moroni and Fomboni. Shared cabs are common in the Comoros and are usually available anytime
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Telecommunications in the Comoros
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telecommunications_in_the_Comoros
In large part thanks to international aid programs, Moroni has international telecommunications service. Telephone service, however, is largely limited to the islands’ few towns.
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Telecom News – CommsUpdate Comoros
https://www.telegeography.com/products/commsupdate/lists/country/comoros/
Current news items on the telecom business in Comoros
Employer Obligations
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Guide to Law Online: Comoros
http://www.loc.gov/law/help/guide/nations/comoros.php
A guide to the laws of Comoros from the US Library of Congress
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Telecom News – CommsUpdate Comoros
http://employment.einnews.com/category/employment-labor-law/comoros
Current news items on labor and employment in Comoros
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Guide to Law Online: Comoros
http://www.loc.gov/law/help/guide/nations/comoros.php
A guide to the laws of Comoros from the US Library of Congress
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Telecom News – CommsUpdate Comoros
http://employment.einnews.com/category/employment-labor-law/comoros
Current news items on labor and employment in Comoros
Culture/Living
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Comoros culture customs and etiquette
http://www.anothertravel.com/comoros-culture/
Enhance your travel experience and earn respect. Learn about Comoros culture customs and etiquette. Comoros society, its people, manners, and protocol
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Weather Forecast for Comoros – accuweather.com
http://www.accuweather.com/en/km/comoros-weather
Access hourly, 10 day and 15 day forecasts along with up to the minute reports and videos
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Cost of Living in Comoros. Prices
https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Comoros
Average prices of more than 40 products and services in Comoros. Prices of restaurants, food, transportation, utilities and housing are included.
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Comoros holidays. Tours & holidays in Comoros in 2016 & 2017
http://www.responsibletravel.com/holidays/comoros
Comoros holidays Tours & holidays in 2016 & 2017.
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Demographics of the Comoros
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demographics_of_the_Comoros
This site provides facts and statistics on the population of Comoros including a popoulation projection
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Climate of Comoros – Maps of World
http://www.mapsofworld.com/comoros/geography/climate.html
The climate of Comoros is marine tropical. The climate is dominated by hot weather all the year around. The archipelago receives substantial rainfall.
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Comoros travel advice – GOV.UK
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/comoros
Latest travel advice for Comoros including safety and security, entry requirements, travel warnings and health
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International Schools in Comoros
http://www.expat-quotes.com/guides/comoros/education/international-schools-in-comoros.htm
This list contains the most popular international and bilingual schools in Comoros: nurseryschools, primary and secondary (high) schools
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The World Factbook — Central Intelligence Agency
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/cn.html
See “People and Society” on this CIA site
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Comoros – travel.state.gov
https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/country/comoros.html
See “Safety and Security” on this US State Department site
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Education System in Comoros – Maps of World
http://www.mapsofworld.com/comoros/education.html
The scenario of Comoros education has been improving as the government has been taking up initiatives in order to develop the condition of education in Comoros.
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Prices in Comoros, Cost of living in Comoros
http://www.mytravelcost.com/Comoros/
The Comoros is an averagely-priced travel destination with about the same price level as the one in Kuwait and Singapore.
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Comoros: Tipping & Etiquette
Read more:http://www.everyculture.com/No-Sa/Saint-Vincent-and-the-Grenadines.html#ixzz4SG7w87JE
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Comoros Public Holidays 2016 and 2017
http://africapublicholidays.com/comoros/
Discover the complete list of Comoros’ public holidays for 2016 and 2017.
Trade
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Comoros Customs Regulations
https://comoros.visahq.com/customs/
Comoros Customs regulations and procedures for importing and exporting goods at border.
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(OTEXA) Market Reports/Tariffs
http://web.ita.doc.gov/tacgi/overseasnew.nsf/alldata/comoros
Import/export information on textiles from the US Department of Commerce
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Customs: Regulations, Export-Import
https://cape-verde.visahq.com/customs/
A summary of import and export regulations
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African Countries Trade Agreements
http://www.focusafrica.gov.in/Trade_Agreements_Africa.html
Information on trade agreements in Africa including Comoros
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WTO | 2016 News items – The Comoros kicks off its WTO
WTO | 2016 News items - The Comoros kicks off its WTO
At the first meeting of the working party on the accession of the Comoros, WTO members expressed their support for its membership process and said they would work with the country to advance its accession negotiations as quickly as possible. The Comoros has set the 11th Ministerial Conference (MC11), to be held in Buenos Aires in December 2017, as the target date for the conclusion of its accession negotiations.
Housing and Rentals
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Find an accommodation in the Comoros – expat.com
http://www.expat.com/forum/84-7-accommodation-in-the-comoros.html
Accommodation in the Comoros, how to find, buy, rent or share a flat or a house in the Comoros.
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The 5 Best Hotels in Grande Comore
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g480174-Grande_Comore-Hotels.html
Find 179 traveler reviews, candid photos, and prices for 9 hotels in Grande Comore, Comoros.
Travel
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Comoros Travel Guide and Travel Information
http://www.worldtravelguide.net/comoros
Expert Comoros travel guide including detailed information about everything you need to know about Comoros.
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Comoros Travel Guide – VirtualTourist
https://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Africa/Comoros/TravelGuide-Comoros.html
59 real travel reviews, tips, and photos from real travelers and locals in Comoros at VirtualTourist.
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