Visa requirements

Myanmar

General visa requirements for travelling to Myanmar. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Tourist visa (Visa-Free Entry - ASEAN (Singapore))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa free

Maximum stay
30 days
Processing time
Immediate on arrival
Fee
Free
Validity
Single entry from date of arrival
Entry
Single entry

Singaporean ordinary passport holders can stay visa-free for up to 30 days under the ASEAN Framework Agreement on Visa Exemption.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Available to Singaporean citizens holding ordinary passports

    Eligible countries: Singapore

  • Purpose of visit

    For tourism purposes only

    Includes
    • Tourism
    • leisure travel

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from entry date

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Tourist visa (Visa-Free Entry - ASEAN (14 days))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa free

Maximum stay
14 days
Processing time
Immediate on arrival
Fee
Free
Validity
Single entry from date of arrival
Entry
Single entry

Ordinary passport holders from Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Philippines and Vietnam can get a visa exemption for 14 days under the ASEAN Framework Agreement on Visa Exemption.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Available to citizens of Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Philippines and Vietnam holding ordinary passports

    Eligible countries: Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Philippines, Viet Nam

  • Purpose of visit

    For tourism purposes only

    Includes
    • Tourism
    • leisure travel

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from entry date

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Tourist visa (Tourist e-Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

e-Visa

Maximum stay
28 days
Processing time
3 working days
Fee
$50 USD
Validity
90 days from date of issue
Entry
Single entry

Valid for travelers arriving at 3 International Airports: Yangon International Airport, Mandalay International Airport, Nay Pyi Taw International Airport, and 5 International Land Border Checkpoints: Tachileik, Myawaddy, Kawthaung, Tamu, and Rih Khaw Dar. Visas are issued free of charge to children under 7.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Available to citizens of approximately 100 countries eligible for Myanmar e-Visa

    Eligible countries: Albania, Algeria, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Bhutan, Bolivia (Plurinational State of), Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Eritrea, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Korea (Republic of), Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Malta, Mauritania, Mexico, Moldova (Republic of), Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russian Federation, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Province of China, Tajikistan, Tanzania, United Republic of, Thailand, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Viet Nam, Zambia, Zimbabwe

  • Purpose of visit

    For tourism purposes only

    Includes
    • Tourism
    • sightseeing
    • leisure travel

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 1; Specifications: Recent colour photo with white background, 4.8 cm x 3.8 cm, full face clearly visible without glasses or headgear (unless for religious reasons), taken within last 3 months

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Accepted types: Hotel reservation from registered hotels, motels, inns, guest houses, or resorts; Must cover full stay: Yes

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Myanmar e-Visa Application Form; Form url: https://evisa.moip.gov.mm/

How to apply

  1. Online application

    Complete the e-Visa application form online at the official Myanmar e-Visa portal

  2. Document gathering

    Prepare digital copies: passport scan (biographical page), recent passport photo, confirmed return flight ticket, and hotel reservation

  3. Fee payment

    Pay the visa fee online using Visa Card, Master Card, American Express Card, JCB Card or Alipay

  4. Processing wait

    Wait for e-Visa approval. You will receive an email acknowledgement within 1 hour after successful payment

  5. Visa collection

    Print the e-Visa approval letter and present it along with your passport at immigration upon arrival at designated entry points

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Business visa (Business e-Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

e-Visa

Maximum stay
70 days
Processing time
3 working days
Fee
$70 USD
Validity
90 days from date of issue
Entry
Single entry

Valid for travelers arriving at 3 International Airports: Yangon International Airport, Mandalay International Airport, Nay Pyi Taw International Airport, and 5 International Land Border Checkpoints: Tachileik, Myawaddy, Kawthaung, Tamu, and Rih Khaw Dar. The inviting company's status in Myanmar Companies Online (MyCO) must be registered.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Available to citizens of approximately 100 countries eligible for Myanmar e-Visa

    Eligible countries: Albania, Algeria, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Bhutan, Bolivia (Plurinational State of), Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Eritrea, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Korea (Republic of), Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Malta, Mauritania, Mexico, Moldova (Republic of), Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russian Federation, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Province of China, Tajikistan, Tanzania, United Republic of, Thailand, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Viet Nam, Zambia, Zimbabwe

  • Purpose of visit

    For business purposes only

    Includes
    • Business meetings
    • conferences
    • commercial activities with invitation from registered Myanmar company

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 1; Specifications: Recent colour photo with white background, 4.8 cm x 3.8 cm, full face clearly visible without glasses or headgear (unless for religious reasons), taken within last 3 months

  • Invitation letter

    Host requirements: Invitation letter from Myanmar company stating purpose and timeframe of visit, must be addressed to applicant

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Myanmar Business e-Visa Application Form; Form url: https://evisa.moip.gov.mm/

  • Company registration

    Provide company registration evidence for the inviting, sponsoring or employing organisation.

    Accepted documents: Company registration certificate of the inviting company in Myanmar, company must be registered in Myanmar Companies Online (MyCO)

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Obtain invitation letter and company registration certificate from the Myanmar company inviting you

  2. Online application

    Complete the business e-Visa application form online at the official Myanmar e-Visa portal

  3. Document submission

    Upload digital copies: passport scan, recent passport photo, invitation letter, and company registration certificate

  4. Fee payment

    Pay the visa fee online using Visa Card, Master Card, American Express Card, JCB Card or Alipay

  5. Processing wait

    Wait for e-Visa approval. You will receive an email acknowledgement within 1 hour after successful payment

  6. Visa collection

    Print the e-Visa approval letter and present it along with your passport at immigration upon arrival at designated entry points

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Tourist visa (Tourist Visa on Arrival)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa on arrival

Maximum stay
28 days
Processing time
Immediate on arrival
Fee
$50 USD
Validity
Single entry from date of arrival
Entry
Single entry

Available for tourists flying into Yangon International Airport, Naypyidaw Airport or Mandalay International Airport. Travelers from Taiwan and Hong Kong (test period extended to 10 March 2026) are also eligible.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Available to citizens of 52+ countries/territories arriving by air at designated international airports

    Eligible countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, China, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea (Democratic People's Republic of), Korea (Republic of), Lao People's Democratic Republic, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russian Federation, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States of America, Viet Nam

  • Purpose of visit

    For tourism purposes only

    Includes
    • Tourism
    • leisure travel

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: Recent color photos (4cm x 6cm) taken within the past six months

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Visa on Arrival Application Form; Form url: http://www.mip.gov.mm

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Prepare valid passport, two recent photos (4cm x 6cm), and obtain application form from airlines or website

  2. Document submission

    Submit application form with documents at Airport Immigration Section upon arrival

  3. Fee payment

    Pay visa fee in cash at the airport immigration counter

  4. Visa collection

    Receive visa stamp in passport and proceed through immigration

Sign in to apply

Business visa (Business Visa on Arrival)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa on arrival

Maximum stay
70 days
Processing time
Immediate on arrival
Fee
$50 USD
Validity
Single entry from date of arrival
Entry
Single entry

Available for business travelers from 52 countries/territories flying into Yangon International Airport, Naypyidaw Airport or Mandalay International Airport.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Available to citizens of 52 countries/territories arriving by air at designated international airports

    Eligible countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, China, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea (Democratic People's Republic of), Korea (Republic of), Lao People's Democratic Republic, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russian Federation, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States of America, Viet Nam

  • Purpose of visit

    For business purposes only

    Includes
    • Business meetings
    • conferences
    • commercial activities

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: Recent color photos (4cm x 6cm) taken within the past six months

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Business Visa on Arrival Application Form; Form url: http://www.mip.gov.mm

  • Company registration

    Provide company registration evidence for the inviting, sponsoring or employing organisation.

    Accepted documents: Company registration and invitation documents from Myanmar company

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Prepare valid passport, two recent photos (4cm x 6cm), company registration and invitation documents, and application form

  2. Document submission

    Submit application with all documents at Airport Immigration Section upon arrival

  3. Fee payment

    Pay visa fee in cash at the airport immigration counter

  4. Visa collection

    Receive visa stamp in passport and proceed through immigration

Sign in to apply

Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic Visa - Bilateral Agreement Countries)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa free

Maximum stay
90 days
Processing time
Immediate on arrival
Fee
Free
Validity
Duration of diplomatic assignment or up to 90 days
Entry
Multiple entry

Holders of diplomatic and official/service passports of 24 countries with bilateral visa exemption agreements do not require a visa. This includes 9 ASEAN nations (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam) and 15 other countries including Bangladesh, Brazil, China, Colombia, India, South Korea, North Korea, Mongolia, Russia, Serbia, Sri Lanka, Belarus, Morocco, Nepal, and Japan. Visa exemption for Belarus, Morocco, Nepal and Japan became effective September 7, 2023.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Available to diplomatic and official/service passport holders from 24 countries with bilateral agreements

    Eligible countries: Bangladesh, Belarus, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, China, Colombia, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea (Democratic People's Republic of), Korea (Republic of), Lao People's Democratic Republic, Malaysia, Mongolia, Morocco, Nepal, Philippines, Russian Federation, Serbia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Viet Nam

  • Purpose of visit

    For diplomatic missions and official government business

    Includes
    • Diplomatic visits
    • official government business
    • diplomatic assignments

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Ensure you hold a valid diplomatic or official/service passport from an eligible country

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Journalist visa (Journalist Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay
28 days
Processing time
7-21 days
Fee
€40 EUR (varies by embassy)
Validity
3 months from date of issue
Entry
Single entry

Journalist visa is designed for journalists entering Myanmar for media activities. Must apply through Myanmar embassy or consulate. Applicants must promise not to go to any restricted areas in Myanmar.

Eligibility

  • Purpose of visit

    For media and journalism activities in Myanmar

    Includes
    • Journalism
    • media coverage
    • news reporting
  • Employment

    Must hold official journalist license or certificate recognized by relevant ministry of information

    Required status: Accredited journalist with official license

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: Two recent passport-size color biometric photos

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Journalist Visa Application Form; Form url: Contact Myanmar embassy

  • Cover letter

    Explain the purpose of travel, travel dates, who will pay, and why you will leave before the visa or permission expires.

  • Professional license

    Accepted licenses: Official journalist license or concerned certificate recognized by the relevant ministry of information; Must be translated: No

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Gather journalist license/certificate, prepare request letter expressing purpose of visit and commitment not to visit restricted areas

  2. Document submission

    Submit two application forms with all documents at Myanmar embassy or consulate

  3. Fee payment

    Pay visa fee at the embassy

  4. Processing wait

    Wait for visa processing and approval

  5. Visa collection

    Collect passport with visa from embassy

Sign in to apply

Work / Immigration visa (Employment Visa (Work Visa))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay
70 days
Processing time
7-21 days
Fee
Variable by embassy
Validity
3 months from date of issue
Entry
Multiple entry

Employment visa is extendable. For stays exceeding 90 days, a stay permit is required. Foreign nationals must secure a formal job offer from a registered local employer in Myanmar, and the employer must demonstrate that the position cannot be filled by a local employee. Must apply through Myanmar embassy or consulate.

Eligibility

  • Purpose of visit

    For employment purposes - working for registered Myanmar company

    Includes
    • Employment with formal job offer from registered Myanmar company
  • Employment

    Must have formal job offer from registered local employer in Myanmar. Employer must demonstrate position cannot be filled by local employee and must be compliant with Myanmar laws

    Required status: Formal job offer from registered Myanmar company

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: Two photos taken within the past six months

  • Invitation letter

    Host requirements: Invitation letter from Myanmar company

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Employment Visa Application Form and Work History Form; Form url: Contact Myanmar embassy

  • Company registration

    Provide company registration evidence for the inviting, sponsoring or employing organisation.

    Accepted documents: Copy of valid registration certificate from Myanmar Investment Commission or ministries concerned, appointment letter from Myanmar company

  • Work contract

    Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.

    Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Obtain invitation letter, appointment letter, and company registration certificate from Myanmar employer

  2. Document submission

    Submit application with all documents at Myanmar embassy or consulate in your country of residence

  3. Fee payment

    Pay visa fee at the embassy (fee varies by embassy location)

  4. Processing wait

    Wait for visa processing. Standard processing takes 7-21 days, delays may occur if documents require verification

  5. Visa collection

    Collect passport with visa from embassy

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Student visa (Student Visa (Education Visa))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay
90 days
Processing time
7-21 days
Fee
Variable by embassy
Validity
3 months for single entry, 3 months to 1 year for multiple entry
Entry
Multiple entry

Education visa is extendable by submitting concrete evidence. Multiple journey entry education visa validity varies from a minimum of 3 months to a maximum of 1 year from the date of issue. Must apply through Myanmar embassy or consulate.

Eligibility

  • Purpose of visit

    For educational purposes - studying at Myanmar educational institutions

    Includes
    • Study at universities
    • schools
    • or educational institutions in Myanmar

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: Two photos taken within the past six months

  • Admission letter

    Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: No

  • Invitation letter

    Host requirements: Direct invitation from the Ministry, universities or schools in Myanmar mentioning the duration of stay, or recommendation from the respective university or school

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Education Visa Application Form and Work History Form; Form url: Contact Myanmar embassy

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Obtain admission/invitation letter from Myanmar educational institution and gather all required documents

  2. Document submission

    Submit application with all documents at Myanmar embassy or consulate in your country of residence

  3. Fee payment

    Pay visa fee at the embassy (fee varies by embassy location)

  4. Processing wait

    Wait for visa processing. Standard processing takes 7-21 days, may vary depending on volume and verification requirements

  5. Visa collection

    Collect passport with visa from embassy

Sign in to apply

Transit visa (Transit Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa on arrival

Maximum stay
1 days
Processing time
Immediate on arrival
Fee
$20 USD
Validity
3 months from date of issue
Entry
Single entry

No visa is required for airport transit if passengers continue their journey on the same aircraft within 24 hours, do not leave the transit area and present valid documents for the onward journey. Transit visa only needed if leaving the transit area.

Eligibility

  • Purpose of visit

    For transit purposes only - leaving the airport during stopover

    Includes
    • Transit through Myanmar to another destination
    • with airport exit during layover

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: Recent color photos (4cm x 6cm) taken within the past six months

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Transit Visa Application Form; Form url: http://www.mip.gov.mm

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Prepare valid passport, two photos, and air ticket to final destination

  2. Document submission

    Apply for Visa On Arrival at Airport Immigration Section, obtaining application form from airlines or website

  3. Fee payment

    Pay visa fee at immigration counter

  4. Visa collection

    Receive transit visa stamp valid for 24 hours

Sign in to apply
This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.