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THE CITIZENSHIP DESK

Comoros Economic Citizenship Programme

Last verified 2026-07-07Official source

The Comoros Economic Citizenship Programme was historically marketed as a low-cost route to citizenship, with contributions reported around USD 45,000 for an individual, administered in the 2000s–2010s largely through a private facilitator. It became internationally controversial after reports that citizenship was granted in bulk to stateless 'Bidoon' residents of Gulf states for diplomatic reasons rather than genuine individual investment applications, damaging confidence in the passport and leading to periods of suspension. The programme's current formal status is inconsistent and not reliably confirmed as active; passport quality, recognition, and banking acceptance remain weaker than mainstream CBI programmes, and applicants should independently verify active status with Comorian authorities first.

Program Details

Category
Investor
Processing Time
3 months
Application Fee
$5,000
Minimum Income
$0
/mo
Minimum Investment
$45,000
Family Included
1.3
Path to PR
No
Path to Citizenship
Yes — 0 years
Physical Presence
Dual Citizenship
Allowed
Tax Impact
Comoros does not tax the foreign-sourced income of non-resident citizens, and obtaining Comorian citizenship does not itself create Comoros tax residency absent physical presence.
Renewal Cost
$200

No income requirement historically; a one-time economic contribution/donation was the basis for citizenship when the program was actively administered.

Application Timeline

Apply

3mo processing

Visa Granted

Initial permit

Citizenship

After 0 years

Key Requirements

  • ✓One-time economic contribution historically reported at approximately USD 45,000 for a single applicant
  • ✓Clean criminal background and identity verification
  • ✓Completed application through a government-authorized channel or facilitator, where currently operating
  • ✓Willingness to accept a passport with limited international banking and travel recognition
  • ✓Independent verification that the program is currently active, given its history of suspension

Am I eligible for Comoros Economic Citizenship Programme?

Quick self-check based on the published criteria. Not legal advice. No data leaves your browser.

  • Minimum monthly income

    Programme requires $0/month.

  • Minimum investment / capital

    Programme requires $45,000.

Fill in the fields above to see a verdict.

This is a heuristic, not a determination. Final eligibility depends on full documentation and immigration-officer discretion.

Application Process — Step by Step

  1. 01

    Confirm with Comorian government channels or a licensed immigration attorney…

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    Confirm with Comorian government channels or a licensed immigration attorney whether the programme is currently active

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  2. 02

    If active, submit application and identity/background documents through the…

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    If active, submit application and identity/background documents through the authorized administrator

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  3. 03

    Pay processing fees and undergo background screening

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    Pay processing fees and undergo background screening

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  4. 04

    Pay the core economic contribution upon conditional approval

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    Pay the core economic contribution upon conditional approval

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  5. 05

    Receive citizenship certificate and register for a Comorian passport

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    Receive citizenship certificate and register for a Comorian passport

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Gotchas — Things to Watch For

  • ⚠The programme's formal, current operating status is unclear and has fluctuated between active and suspended over the years — treat any facilitator's claim of 'guaranteed processing' with skepticism
  • ⚠The passport has weaker international recognition and banking acceptance than established Caribbean or Pacific CBI passports
  • ⚠Historical bulk conferrals on non-applicant populations damaged the programme's credibility and led some countries to scrutinize or restrict holders
  • ⚠Given the reputational and verification issues, this should be treated as a higher-risk, lower-certainty option compared to well-established CBI programmes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Comoros programme currently accepting new applications?+

This has varied over time; the programme's active status should be independently confirmed with Comorian authorities or qualified counsel rather than assumed from older marketing material.

Why did the programme become controversial?+

Reports emerged that citizenship was granted in bulk to stateless residents of Gulf states as part of a diplomatic/humanitarian arrangement rather than through individual investment applications, undermining the programme's credibility as a standard CBI offering.

How useful is a Comorian passport for travel or banking?+

It offers considerably less international recognition and fewer practical benefits than mainstream CBI passports, and some banks and jurisdictions may treat it with added scrutiny.

Can I keep my original citizenship?+

Yes, Comoros permits dual/multiple citizenship.

Applying from a specific country? Your home-country tax rules, banking access, and dual-citizenship options affect every programme differently. Browse nationality guides → for tax obligations, renunciation rules, and second-passport routes.

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