Talent Wiki - Comoros
Your quick guide on talent and labor compliance norms in Comoros
Capital
Moroni
Currency
Comorian franc (KMF)
Languages
Comorian, Arabic, French
Payroll Frequency
Monthly
GDP per Capita
$1,300
Employer Tax
2.5%
Talent Overview
Comoros is the 4th smallest country in the African region. Its economy is mainly based on agriculture and fishing. It is the world’s largest producer of ylang-ylang, the primary essence used to make perfumes. Fishing, hunting, and forestry constitute around 40% of the GDP and employ around 80% of the population of Comoros.
Major economic hubs:
Moroni, Mustanmoudou, Fomboni
Skills in demand:
Manufacturing, Export, Agriculture
Local Universities
The top university in Comoros is:
Université des Comores
Ranking:
Local: 1
World: 20,569
Salary Data
Some of the popular jobs and their monthly salaries are listed below:
| Job Title | Average Monthly Salary (KMF) | Average Monthly Salary (USD) |
| Accountant | 197,000 | 424 |
| Bank Branch Manager | 543,000 | 1168.69 |
| Business Analyst | 388,000 | 835.08 |
| Human Resources Manager | 449,000 | 966.37 |
| Sales Manager | 519,000 | 1117.03 |
Talent Sourcing Tips
Top Local Job Boards:
Careers in Africa, JobNet Africa
Number of LinkedIn users:
19,600
Top Recruitment Agencies:
Employing in Comoros
Below are the key points an employer must keep in mind while seeking employees in Comoros.
Employee Contract:
The labor laws of Comoros do not specify any requirements for the employment contract. However, as a best practice, an employer must draft the contract in a language both parties understand and include as many details as possible.
Probation Period
The probationary period for employees in Comoros can be a maximum of 6 months.
Public and Provincial Holidays 2023:
| Date | Name | Type |
| 1 Jan | New Year | Public Holiday |
| 18 Feb | Isra and Mi’raj (Tentative Date) | Public Holiday |
| 18 Mar | Cheikh Al Maarouf Day | Public Holiday |
| 22 Apr | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | Public Holiday |
| 23 Apr | Eid al-Fitr Holiday (Tentative Date) | Public Holiday |
| 24 Apr | Eid al-Fitr Holiday (Tentative Date) | Public Holiday |
| 1 May | Labour Day | Public Holiday |
| 29 Jun | Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date) | Public Holiday |
| 30 Jun | Eid al-Adha Holiday (Tentative Date) | Public Holiday |
| 6 Jul | National Day | Public Holiday |
| 19 Jul | Muharram (Tentative Date) | Public Holiday |
| 27 Sep | The Prophet’s Birthday (Tentative Date) | Public Holiday |
| 12 Nov | Maore Day | Public Holiday |
Employee Leaves:
| Type of Leave | Duration | Mandatory |
| Annual Leave | 2.5 days for every month served after 1 year of service 3 days for every month served For female employees who are head of the family, employees under the age of 18, and employees with over 15 years of service |
Dependent on Employment Contract |
| Sick Leave | 6 months | Dependent on Employment Contract |
| Maternity Leave | 14 weeks | Dependent on Employment Contract |
Payroll
Payroll Cycle
Employees in Comoros can be paid on a monthly basis.
Minimum Wage
As of 2022, the minimum wage in Comoros is 55,000 KMF per month.
Overtime Pay
Overtime pay in Comoros is calculated by adding 15% of the wage for the first 8 hours of overtime, 30% for the next 8 hours, and 40% for hours worked after that. A maximum of sixty hours of overtime is allowed in one week.
Employees are entitled to a 40% wage increase for working on rest days and public holidays.
Bonus
13th Month Pay:
Comoros has no legal provision for 13th-month pay.
Employee Benefits:
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- Maternity Leave
- Social Security
Additional Fringe Benefits an employer can provide:
- Accommodation
- Food Vouchers
- Transportation
- Bonuses
- Relocation assistance
Taxes
Employer Payroll Tax:
| Type of Tax | Rate |
| Social Security | 2.5% |
| Pension | 5% |
Employee Payroll Tax:
| Type of Tax | Rate |
| Social Security | 2.5% |
| Pension | 3% |
Employee Income Tax:
| Income (KMF) | Rate |
| 150,000 – 500,000 | 5% |
| 500,001 – 1,000,000 | 10% |
| 1,000,001 – 1,500,000 | 15% |
| 1,500,001 – 2,500,000 | 20% |
| 2,500,001 – 3,500,000 | 25% |
| Above 3,500,000 | 30% |
VAT:
There is no VAT in Comoros.
Offboarding & Termination
Employment in Comoros can be terminated both by the employee and the employer. The employer can terminate the employment only on substantial grounds.
Comoros’ notice period depends on the employment contract.
Severance pay in Comoros is determined after consultation with the Consultative Council of Labor and Employment.
Visa and Immigration
A visa is mandatorily required for foreign nationals seeking jobs in Comoros. One may apply for two types of visas – short-term and long-term. The short-term visa allows an individual to work in Comoros for up to 30 days, while the long-term visa allows one to work for more than 45 days. Visas in Comoros are given upon arrival into the country.
