Myanmar Visa Policy

You can make a planned trip to Myanmar by getting a Myanmar visa. Foreign nationals can apply for Myanmar Short-term visas (tourist visa, e-visa) for temporary reasons (tourism, business, cultural and other short-term). If you want to stay in Myanmar longer for any reason (such as education, work, etc.), you can also apply for Myanmar Long-term visas.

Myanmar E-visa is an online way to obtain a visa to realize a trip to Myanmar.

After completing the online application form and payment of the processing fee, you will receive your e-visa by email within 3 working days, depending on the visa processing status you have chosen.

Required Documents for Myanmar E-visa

1. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

2. Photo

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.8x4.6 size

3. When You Arrive in Myanmar, You must Present also:

• Printed Myanmar e-visa
• Travel Itinerary including:
  • Flight reservation
  • Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

Processing Time for Myanmar E-visa

The average processing time for Myanmar E-visa is 1-3 working days.

Myanmar E-visa Application Fee

Myanmar E-visa fee is 50 USD (it can vary depending on your country and nationality) for a single-entry visa, and applicants can also pay an additional fee for urgent processing.

Where to Apply for Myanmar E-visa Application?

You will apply to Myanmar E-visa online. You can apply for an e-visa through this website.

You can get a Myanmar Visa on Arrival if you enter via one of the following points of entry:

• Mandalay International Airport
• Yangon International Airport
• Nay Pyi Taw International Airport

Only for tourism and business purposes, like attending a seminar or meeting, as well as for transit, you can get a Myanmar Visa on Arrival.

Myanmar Tourist Visa on Arrival

Only citizens of those countries may, however, apply for a Myanmar Tourist Visa on Arrival:

• Australia
• China
• Germany
• India
• Italy
• Russia
• Spain
• Switzerland

Main Conditions and Required Documents of Myanmar Tourist Visa on Arrival 

1. Your Passport’s Validity must be Longer Than Six Months After Arrive in Myanmar

2. You must Present Two Passport Size (4x6) Photos

3. You can Stay in Myanmar Up To 30 Days, and You will not be able to Extend Your Period of Stay

Myanmar Business Visa on Arrival

For business or transit purposes, the list for people who can obtain a Visa on Arrival is longer, but those must be able to prove their purpose to enter the country is real. If you have an ordinary passport issued by one of the following nations, you can get a Myanmar Visa on Arrival for Business:

Main Conditions and Required Documents of Business Visa on Arrival 

1. Your Passport’s Validity must be Longer Than Six Months After Arrive in Myanmar

2. You must Present Two Passport Size (4x6) Photos

3. You must Present Your Invitation Letter to Prove Your Purpose of Visit

4. You must Present Your Proof of Accommodation (such as Hotel/Apartment Reservation) with a Full Address

5. You must Present Documents Regarding Your Work, Company, Sponsor, and Your Position

6. You must Present Your Onward Travel (Flight Itinerary) If You Want to Apply For Transit Visa

*Additional documents can be required by the border control

Myanmar Visa on Arrival Fee

The fee for a Myanmar Visa on Arrival changes depending on the purpose of your travel:

• Myanmar Tourist Visa on Arrival: 50 USD
• Myanmar Business Visa on Arrival: 50 USD
• Myanmar Transit Visa on Arrival: 20 USD
• Myanmar Tourist Visa on Arrival for attending conference, seminar, meeting: 40 USD
• Myanmar Crew Visa on Arrival: 40 USD

Myanmar Visa on Arrival Validity Period

The duration of Myanmar Visa On Arrival depends on the purpose of your visit and type of visa you apply for:

• Myanmar Tourist Visa on Arrival: 30 Days
• Myanmar Business Visa on Arrival: 70 Days
• Myanmar Tourist Visa on Arrival for attending conference, seminar, meeting: 28 Days
• Myanmar Crew Visa on Arrival: 28 Days
• Myanmar Transit Visa on Arrival: 24 Hours

Myanmar Short-term Visa

If you are not eligible for e-Visa, you can also apply for traditional paper visas for realizing your short-term travel to Myanmar. Reasons to apply for this type of visa can be tourism, visiting family or friends, business trips, short-term education, exchange programs, short-term work, and many other non-permanent nuances. You can check all the required documents for each type of visa application, visa fees, processing time, and where to apply for a visa below.

Myanmar Tourist Visa

Myanmar Tourist visa is issued for applicants intending to visit Myanmar for tourism and sightseeing. You can apply for a Myanmar Tourist visa in order to realize your tourist activities.

Required Documents for Myanmar Tourist Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages.”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.8x4.6 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas

7. Travel Itinerary

• Flight reservation
• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

8. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation)

• The letter must include:
  • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
  • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
  • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
• Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
• Letter from University (if student)
• Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa (if any) to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

9. Proof of Financial Means

• Generally, there are several recognized ways to prove your financial sufficiency:
  • A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least 3 last months)
  • Credit card
  • Cash
  • Traveller’s cheques
  • Payslips
  • Proof of employment
  • Supporting document to attest sponsor’s readiness to cover your expenses during your stay
  • Proof of prepaid accommodation
  • Document about accommodation in private
  • Proof of prepaid transport
  • Other

10. For Minors:

• Copy and English translation of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• Permit letter by parents/guardians if minor is travelling alone or permit letter by one of the guardians/parents in case of minor is travelling with one of them.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Myanmar Tourist Visa

The average processing time for a Myanmar Tourist visa is 3-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Myanmar Tourist Visa Fee

Myanmar Tourist visa fee is 20-35 USD for foreign nationals (it can vary depending on your country and nationality).

Where to Apply for Myanmar Tourist Visa?

You will apply for a Myanmar Tourist visa in Myanmar visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Myanmar Business/Congress/Trade Fair Visit Visa

A Myanmar Business visa gives you the authorization to enter Myanmar and stay here for a maximum period of your visa validity, as permitted. It permits its holder to engage in business-related activities such as attending meetings or conferences, conducting or attending the training, conducting internal audits, installing equipment, or performing other temporary services for a client, local affiliate, or branch office.

Under the Business visa category, other following cases would be applicable:

• Business matters/meetings/ negotiation/trainings
• Conference/Congress/Exhibition
• Scientific/Research events
• Journalists
• Official delegations

Required Documents for Myanmar Business Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages.”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.8x4.6 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas

7. Travel Itinerary 

• Flight reservation
• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

8. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation)

• The letter must include:
  • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
  • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
  • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
• Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
• Letter from University (if student)
• Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa (if any) to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

9. Proof of Financial Means

• Generally, there are several recognized ways to prove your financial sufficiency:
  • A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least 3 last months)
  • Credit card
  • Cash
  • Traveller’s cheques
  • Payslips
  • Proof of employment
  • Supporting document to attest sponsor’s readiness to cover your expenses during your stay
  • Proof of prepaid accommodation
  • Document about accommodation in private
  • Proof of prepaid transport
  • Other

10. Documents Reflecting the Nature of the Business Trip and the Existence of Business Relations

• Invitation letter from company/authority in Myanmar with full address, stating the purpose and duration of the business trip and/or
• Information on event/congress/trade fair being visited in Myanmar with details of organizer/host, with full address in Myanmar, duration of the event, and reason to take part (e.g., visitor ticket for trade fair).
  • If applicable, including information about who covers the expenses of the business trip in Myanmar.
• Only applicable if fair exhibitor: Information on trade fair by submitting exhibitor ticket/exhibitor invoice/confirmation letter reflecting status as trade fair exhibitor.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Myanmar Business Visa

The average processing time for a Myanmar Business visa is 3-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Myanmar Business Visa Fee

Myanmar Business visa fee is 20-35 USD for foreign nationals (it can vary depending on your country and nationality).

Where to Apply for Myanmar Business Visa?

You will apply for a Myanmar Business visa in Myanmar visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Myanmar Cultural, Scientific, Sports Events Visa

The Myanmar Cultural/Scientific/Sports Visa enables you to enter Myanmar for cultural, scientific, or sports purposes, such as attending cultural events.

Required Documents for Myanmar Cultural Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages.”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.8x4.6 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas

7. Travel Itinerary

• Flight reservation
• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

8. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation)

• The letter must include:
  • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
  • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
  • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
• Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
• Letter from University (if student)
• Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa (if any) to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

9. Proof of Financial Means

• Generally, there are several recognized ways to prove your financial sufficiency:
  • A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least 3 last months)
  • Credit card
  • Cash
  • Traveller’s cheques
  • Payslips
  • Proof of employment
  • Supporting document to attest sponsor’s readiness to cover your expenses during your stay
  • Proof of prepaid accommodation
  • Document about accommodation in private
  • Proof of prepaid transport
  • Other

10. Documents Reflecting the Nature/Purpose of the Journey and Stay of Artist/Member of Cultural / Sports Association in Myanmar: Artist/Athlete Member of Cultural/Sports Association in Your Country Travels to a Cultural/Sports Event Organized in Cooperation with Myanmar Cultural/Sports Association

• Letter of Local Cultural Association / Sports Association stating timeframe and schedule of cultural event/sports camp with details of organizer/host with full address in Myanmar, as well as the purpose of cultural camp/event and information who covers costs (accommodation, travel expenses).
• If the applicant is under the age of 18, signed “letter of no objection” of school/university confirming participation in cultural / sports event.

11. For Minors:

• Copy and English translation of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• Permit letter by parents/guardians if minor is travelling alone or permit letter by one of the guardians/parents in case of minor is travelling with one of them.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Myanmar Cultural Visa

The average processing time for a Myanmar Cultural visa is 3-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Myanmar Cultural Visa Fee

Myanmar Cultural visa fee is 20-35 USD for foreign nationals (it can vary depending on your country and nationality).

Where to Apply for Myanmar Cultural Visa?

You will apply for a Myanmar Cultural visa in Myanmar visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Myanmar Visiting Family and Friends Visa

A Short-stay Family/Friend Visit visa is a type of Tourist visa, and it allows you to travel to Myanmar for visiting your family or friends who legally residing in Myanmar for up to the expiration date of your visa validity.

Required Documents for Myanmar Family Visit Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.8x4.6 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas

7. Travel Itinerary 

• Flight reservation
• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

8. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof Of Occupation)

• The letter must include:
  • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
  • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
  • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
• Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
• Letter from University (if student)
• Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa (if any) to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

9. Proof of Financial Means

• Generally, there are several recognized ways to prove your financial sufficiency:
  • A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least 3 last months)
  • Credit card
  • Cash
  • Traveler’s cheques
  • Payslips
  • Proof of employment
  • Supporting document to attest sponsor’s readiness to cover your expenses during your stay
  • Proof of prepaid accommodation
  • Document about accommodation in private
  • Proof of prepaid transport
  • Other

10. Proof of Visit / Accommodation:

• Letter of invitation
  • Must be official. A scanned version is accepted at the time of application, but it is advisable to send the original by mail as the original will be required at the border.
• Documents proving kinship
• A document confirming the status of the inviting person in Myanmar
• If the invitee stays at the inviting person’s home, documents about the house (contract, payment for utilities, etc.)

11. For Minors:

• Copy and English translation of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• Permit letter by parents/guardians if minor is travelling alone or permit letter by one of the guardians/parents in case of minor is travelling with one of them.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Myanmar Family Visit  Visa

The average processing time for a Myanmar Family Visit visa is 3-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Myanmar Family Visit Visa Fee

Myanmar Family Visit visa fee is 20-35 USD for foreign nationals (it can vary depending on your country and nationality).

Where to Apply for Myanmar Family Visit Visa?

You will apply for a Myanmar Family Visit visa in Myanmar visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Myanmar Study (Short-term) Visa

A Myanmar Study visa is granted to you to undertake trips to Myanmar for study or educational training, which requires staying in Myanmar temporarily.

Required Documents for Myanmar Study (Short-term) Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages.”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.8x4.6 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas

7. Travel Itinerary

• Flight reservation
• Accommodation (if not indicated in the invitation) - Confirmed accommodation (hotel, hostel, apartment) reservation mentioning applicant’s name, dates, and accommodation address details.

8. Proof of Visit

• Original Letter of Acceptance by the Education Institution, including details of the course, duration, and fees with proof of payment.

9. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation), if any

• The letter must include:
  • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
  • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
  • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
• Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
• Letter from University (if student)
• Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa (if any) to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

10. Proof of Financial Means

       In the case of scholarship:

• Confirmation of receipt of a grant or scholarship from the relevant fund of Myanmar

       In the case of self-funding:

• Generally, there are several recognized ways to prove your financial sufficiency:
  • A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least 3 last months)
  • Credit card
  • Cash
  • Traveller’s cheques
  • Payslips
  • Proof of employment
  • Supporting document to attest sponsor’s readiness to cover your expenses during your stay
  • Proof of prepaid accommodation
  • Document about accommodation in private
  • Proof of prepaid transport
  • Other

       In the case of sponsorship:

• Latest 3 months current account bank statement of a sponsor (showing sponsor’s name, an end balance, and date of issue).
• Sponsorship letter, copy of the first page of the sponsor’s passport with the data.

11. Medical Insurance

• Valid in Myanmar, covering all the intended period of stay and a value not less than 30,000 EUR (original and copy)

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Myanmar Study (Short-term) Visa

The average processing time for a Myanmar Study (Short-term) visa is 3-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Myanmar Study (Short-term) Visa Fee

Myanmar Study (Short-term) visa fee is 20-35 USD for foreign nationals (it can vary depending on your country and nationality).

Where to Apply for Myanmar Study (Short-term) Visa?

You will apply for a Myanmar Study (Short-term) visa in Myanmar visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Myanmar Work (Short-term) Visa

A Myanmar Work visa is granted to you to undertake trips to Myanmar for short-term work activities, which requires staying in Myanmar temporarily.

Required Documents for Myanmar Work (Short-term) Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant 

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages.”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.8x4.6 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas

7. Travel Itinerary 

• Flight reservation
• Accommodation (if not indicated in the invitation) - Confirmed accommodation (hotel, hostel, apartment) reservation mentioning applicant’s name, dates, and accommodation address details.

8. Proof of Visit

• Invitation from your business partner in Myanmar

9. Letter From Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation), If Any

• The letter must include:
  • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
  • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
  • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
• Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
• Letter from University (if student)
• Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa (if any) to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

10. Proof of Financial Means

       In the case of self-funding:

• Generally, there are several recognized ways to prove your financial sufficiency:
  • A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least 3 last months)
  • Credit card
  • Cash
  • Traveler’s cheques
  • Payslips
  • Proof of employment
  • Supporting document to attest sponsor’s readiness to cover your expenses during your stay
  • Proof of prepaid accommodation
  • Document about accommodation in private
  • Proof of prepaid transport
  • Other

       In the case of sponsorship:

• Latest 3 months current account bank statement of a sponsor (showing sponsor’s name, an end balance, and date of issue).
• Sponsorship letter, copy of the first page of the sponsor’s passport with the data.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Myanmar Work (Short-term) Visa

The average processing time for a Myanmar Work (Short-term) visa is 3-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Myanmar Work (Short-term) Visa Fee

Myanmar Work (Short-term) visa fee is 20-35 USD for foreign nationals (it can vary depending on your country and nationality).

Where to Apply for Myanmar Work (Short-term) Visa?

You will apply for a Myanmar Work (Short-term) visa in Myanmar visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Whether or not a foreign citizen needs to meet the Transit visa requirements for Myanmar depends on a few different factors.

Travellers may travel without a visa (TWOV) provided that they stay in the transit area of the airport and have a valid passport and an onward flight ticket. For individuals who have only a few hours between connecting flights, this is a suitable choice.

Passengers who will change the terminal or leave the transit area in Myanmar airports need to apply for a visa beforehand.

Myanmar Transit visa will be valid for 24 hours.

Myanmar Transit visa fee is 18 USD (it can vary depending on your country and nationality).

Myanmar Long-term Visa

Even if your country is exempt from visa requirements, if you intend to stay longer in Myanmar, you will need to apply for a long-stay visa from your home country before coming to Myanmar.

In most countries, Myanmar official embassies and consulates don’t process long-term visas, instead visa applicants apply for Short-term Tourist visas for travelling to Myanmar, and they only apply for residence permit when they have already arrived in Myanmar. This procedure can vary depending on your country of residence, nationality, and the policy of the embassy you apply for a visa.

The Myanmar Long-term Visa is given to foreigners who wish to live in Myanmar for a longer period of time or to have temporary or permanent residence established.

The Long-term visa grants entry to Myanmar on the basis that you will be applying for a residence permit. It enables you to enter Myanmar as a potential resident and stay while you apply for residency.

In most cases, the embassy will issue a Short-term visa for you in order to make your entrance possible to Myanmar, then you will apply for a residence permit at the Migration Department in Myanmar.

Myanmar Employment (Long-term) Visa

This visa is intended to permit foreign nationals to obtain a long-term visa, allowing them to stay in Myanmar for a longer period. This visa applies for those who want to work within the legal frame of employment upon taking an employment permit and the work permit as per appointed procedure from competent regional authorities.

Required Documents for Myanmar Employment (Long-term) Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant 

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.8x4.6 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas/ Myanmar resident permit

7. Original Employment Letter from the Applicant's Employer in Myanmar

• On the official company paper with stamp and signature, date and clearly mentioning: full address and contact details of the company, the name, and position of the countersigning officer, details regarding the employment of the applicant (e.g., position, salary, estimated duration), details regarding additional conditions of employment (e.g., accommodation, transport, living expenses).

        In the Case of International Transfer of the Employee:

• A letter from the current employer confirming the transfer and approving the leave/absence of the applicant

8. Curriculum Vitae (CV) Of Professional Career, Specifying the Certificates, Diplomas, and Qualifications You Have Obtained

9. Proof of Accommodation

• Accommodation (if not indicated in the invitation or contract) - Confirmed accommodation (hotel, hostel, apartment) reservation mentioning applicant’s name, dates, and accommodation address details.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Myanmar Employment (Long-term) Visa

The average processing time for Myanmar Employment (Long-term) visa is 3-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Myanmar Employment (Long-term) Visa Fee

Myanmar Employment (Long-term) visa fee is 20-35 USD for foreign nationals (it can vary depending on your country and nationality).

Where to Apply for Myanmar Employment (Long-term) Visa?

You will apply for a Myanmar Employment (Long-term) visa in Myanmar visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Myanmar Study (Long-term) Visa

This visa is intended to permit foreign nationals to obtain a long-term visa, allowing them to stay in Myanmar for a longer period. This visa applies to those who are admitted to the state college or state university in Myanmar.

Required Documents for Myanmar Study (Long-term) Visa

1. Application Form

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages.”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos        

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.8x4.6 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas/ Myanmar resident permit

7. Details from Your University in Myanmar:

        a) Confirmed University Admission

• Admission letter issued by an educational institution (school/college/university) accredited in Myanmar
• Must state language of instruction
• Must contain the start and end dates of the course
• Those in full-time education should submit a letter from their education establishment, clearly indicating the course of studies being followed.
• Letter from the Institute undertaking the student's return to the country of residence upon completion of the study.

        b) Confirmed Language Course with Conditional University Admission

• Receipt/confirmation of language course payment in advance
• Proof of conditional university admission or confirmation of admission as an applicant or detailed communication with the University for a concrete subject of study

8. Documents Attesting Previous Education:

• Higher secondary certificate - if the applicant applies for a visa on the basis of a university certificate on admission to the first year of studies.
• In preparatory course, one must submit the higher secondary certificate legalized/attested/apostilled by the MEA/MFA.

        In the case of student exchange:

• The original certificate from the university confirming that the applicant is a student.
• Copy of the agreement/official information from the universities regarding the student exchange.
• Invitation from the Myanmar university.

9. Knowledge of Language, for Cases of Confirmed University Admission and Confirmed Admission to A Preparation Course for University (if any)

• Proof of language proficiency in English (TOEFL/IELTS), if the course is taught in English

10. Proof of Accommodation in Myanmar

• Document confirming the availability in Myanmar of appropriate accommodation for the intended period of stay (documents shall contain information about the cost of living; the costs for a full period or monthly payment must be indicated)

11. Documents Confirming the Sufficient Financial Resources (of Applicant Or Sponsor)

• Traveller’s cheque
• Original bank statement for the past 3 months
• Certificate of the amount of the credit card limit issued by the bank (any bank located in Myanmar or another country is allowed)
• A certificate of availability of money in a bank or a cooperative savings and loan association located on the territory of the Republic of Myanmar (it cannot be a bank located in your country)
• A document confirming granting of a national or foreign scholarship
• A certificate of employment with a monthly salary statement

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Myanmar Study (Long-term) Visa

The average processing time for Myanmar Study (Long-term) visa is 3-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Myanmar Study (Long-term) Visa Fee

Myanmar Study (Long-term) visa fee is 20-35 USD for foreign nationals (it can vary depending on your country and nationality).

Where to Apply for Myanmar Study (Long-term) Visa?

You will apply for a Myanmar Study (Long-term) visa in Myanmar visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Myanmar Family Reunion Visa

This visa is intended to permit foreign nationals to obtain a long-term visa, allowing them to stay in Myanmar for a longer period. This visa applies to family members of Myanmar nationals and wishing to obtain a permit for long-term residence in Myanmar.

Required Documents for Myanmar Family Reunion Visa

1. Application Formby

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages.”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame
• 3.8x4.6 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Myanmar.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas/ Myanmar resident permit

7. Details of Spouse

• Passport copy
• For spouses of foreign nationals have to submit a copy of their partner's residence permit for Myanmar.
• Certificate of residence of the spouse living in Myanmar

8. Marriage Certificate

        a) Myanmar Marriage Certificate:

• Myanmar certificate of marriage, along with certified copies.

        b) Foreign Marriage Certificate:

• Foreign documents or certificates are often only recognized by the authorities of a state if their authenticity and evidentiary value has been determined by a special procedure.

9. Proof of Accommodation in Myanmar

• Copy of lease certificate of an apartment in Myanmar or title deed of owned property if the partner is already residing in Myanmar.
• If the host provides accommodation – document indicating the right of ownership/right to use (e.g., rental agreement) clearly allowing to lodge guests at this location.

10. Proof of Sufficient Means of Substance

• Copy of employment certificate of the foreign spouse who intends to live in Myanmar
• Salary slips from the past two months if he/she is living in Myanmar.

      In the case of self-funding:

• Generally, there are several recognized ways to prove your financial sufficiency:
  • A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least 3 last months)
  • Credit card
  • Cash
  • Traveller’s cheques
  • Payslips
  • Proof of employment
  • Supporting document to attest sponsor’s readiness to cover your expenses during your stay
  • Proof of prepaid accommodation
  • Document about accommodation in private
  • Proof of prepaid transport
  • Other

      In the case of sponsorship:

• Latest 3 months current account bank statement of a sponsor (showing sponsor’s name, an end balance, and date of issue).
• Sponsorship letter, copy of the first page of the sponsor’s passport with the data.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Myanmar Family Reunion Visa

The average processing time for a Myanmar Family Reunion Long-term visa is 3-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Myanmar Family Reunion Visa Fee

Myanmar Family Reunion visa fee is 20-35 USD for foreign nationals (it can vary depending on your country and nationality).

Where to Apply for Myanmar Family Reunion Visa?

You will apply for a Myanmar Family Reunion visa in Myanmar visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.