US State Department Issues Level 2 Travel Advisory for Comoros

The U.S. Department of State issued a travel advisory for Comoros, maintaining a Level 2 "Exercise Increased Caution" rating due to crime, unrest, and health risks. There is no full-time official U.S. presence in Comoros, and consular services for U.S. citizens are provided by the U.S. embassy in Madagascar. Petty crime is common, piracy has been reported at sea, and protests occur spontaneously, mostly in Moroni, with some turning violent. Healthcare, including ambulance services, is limited in Moroni and very limited in rural areas, where medical evacuation is often needed for significant injuries and illnesses.