India visa requirements for Comorans

Travel and visa requirements

Indian Visa is not required for Comorans

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Nationals of Comoros can travel to India for a period of 90 days without visiting an embassy for a visa. They are to apply for an electronic visa(e-visa).
  • Comorans are advised to have applied for the e-visa, at least four days before travelling. The e-visa costs about USD 80.
  • All visitors are required to have a valid passport of a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of India. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • The import and export of India’s local currency is pegged at INR 25,000.
  • Also, the import and export of foreign currencies are unlimited, however, amounts exceeding $ 5,000 or its equivalent would be declared.
  • Visitors with firearms require an Import Permit from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation in India.
  • Citizens of Comoros must show evidence of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in India. This could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
  • A recent bank statement, to show that the visitor has enough money to spend while in India will be required.
  • Visitors from Comoros are not required to provide a yellow fever vaccination. They are also advised to be vaccinated against common illnesses before departure.
  • Travellers with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Comoros.
  • Intending visitors can get to India from any international airport in Comoros. There is an international airport in Moroni.
  • Kenya Airways, Emirates, Etihad, Air Mauritius and Air India are some of the airlines that fly from Comoros to India.
  • The estimated flight duration from Comoros to New Delhi, India is 13 hours, 20 minutes.
  • India has a temperate and tropical climate. It has four major seasons which are summer which is from March to May, winter from December to February, monsoon from June to September and post-monsoon also known as northeast monsoon which is from October to November. 
  • Hinduism, Christianity and Islam are the major religions in India. Other religions like Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism are also present in the country, although as a minority.
  • India is a country with hundreds of languages spoken in the country. It has no national language.  Hindi and English are however the official languages.
  • The Indian rupee is the official currency used in India. Visitors can visit various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
  • Tourists are advised to budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses while in India.
  • The Taj Mahal, The Holy City of Varanasi, Harmandir Sahib and The Golden City are some of the places tourists can visit while in India.
  • The power and socket plug used in Singapore are of Type  C, D and M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Special delicacies tourists can try while in Zambia are butter chicken, alu gobi, rogan josh and samosas.
  • Transportation in India can be done with buses, train, taxis and small boats. 
  • India uses India Standard Time (GMT+5:30). India is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Comoros.
  • Tourists are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use US dollars in India?

No, India does not accept dollars, and those who plan on traveling there will need to exchange their currency into Indian rupees.

Is it safe to travel alone to India?

It is not dangerous to travel alone to India at all. You just need to make sure of what tourist destinations you would pick for your visit. Out of all the places in India, the state of Kerala is an excellent and extremely safe option for a solo traveler.

What is Ghee?

Ghee is quite popular in India. It is a butter made from cow's milk, which is used in food, medicine and even for lanterns. Although ghee is high in saturated fat, It is generally considered more healthy than regular butter.

What is the capital of India?

The capital city of India is New Delhi. It is also referred to as the National Capital Territory (NCT). New Delhi is located on the banks of the Yamuna River.