Visitor & short-stay visas
Comorian Visa Extension
Extends an existing short-stay visa. Apply at the local immigration office before the current visa expires to stay longer in the Comoros.
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The 'at least one week before expiry' timing and the availability/length of extensions are from travel guidance, not an official page; confirm process, timing and fee with the local immigration office before publishing.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Comoros government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Visa extension
- Route type
- Extension of short-stay visa
- Where to apply
- Local immigration office in the Comoros
- Timing
- Before current visa expires (reported: at least one week)
- Decision
- At the discretion of the immigration authorities
Who it is for
- Visitors already in the Comoros on a visa on arrival
- Those who need more time than the initial stay allowed
How to apply
- Contact the local immigration office before your visa expires
- Provide your passport and current visa/entry stamp
- Explain the reason for the extension and provide supporting documents
- Pay any applicable fee
Requirements
- A valid passport and your current, still-valid entry visa or arrival stamp.
- A clear reason for needing to stay longer than the period first granted on arrival.
- Proof of sufficient funds to support yourself for the extended period.
- Confirmation of where you are staying while in the Comoros.
Documents you may need
- Valid passport
- Current entry visa / arrival stamp
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Proof of accommodation in the Comoros
- A written reason for the extended stay
Frequently asked questions
No. There is no online extension service. You must apply in person at the border police immigration office in Moroni before your current permission to stay runs out.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.
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