Comoros
Union of the Comoros
People: Comoran
Comoros is located in Eastern Africa and has a population of around 919,901. Its capital city is Moroni, and the most widely spoken official language is Arabic. As an island nation, Comoros has no land borders.
By the numbers, Comoros is the 159th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.01% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 171st out of 196, with a population density of roughly 494 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Comoros — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Union of the Comoros |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Moroni |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Eastern Africa |
| Population | 919,901 |
| Area | 1,862 km² |
| Currency | Comorian franc (KMF) Fr |
| Official Languages | Arabic, Comorian, French |
| Dialling Code | +269 |
| Internet TLD | .km |
| Timezone | UTC+03:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | KM / COM |
| Borders | Island nation / no land borders |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Comoros
What is the capital and currency of Comoros?
The capital of Comoros is Moroni and the currency is the Comorian franc (KMF), symbol Fr.
What is the capital of Comoros?
The capital of Comoros is Moroni.
What currency does Comoros use?
Comoros uses the Comorian franc (KMF, symbol: Fr).
What language do they speak in Comoros?
The official languages of Comoros are Arabic and Comorian and French.
What is the dialling code for Comoros?
The international dialling code for Comoros is +269.
What side of the road does Comoros drive on?
Comoros drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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