Burma
Entry restrictions
Holders of passports issued by the government of the Chinese Taipei, if not holding a special affidavit issued by a diplomatic representation of Myanmar abroad.
Passports
Passport valid for at least six months beyond date of intended departure required by all.Visas
Required by all except transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft, provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport.Note
A separate visa is required for each child over seven years of age, even if traveling on their parent’s passport.Types of visa and cost
Tourist (Foreign Independent Travelers - FIT): US$24 Business and Social: US$34 Validity
Tourist visas are valid for two months from the date of issue for stays of 28 days in Myanmar. This can be extended for an additional 14 days. Business visas are valid for three months from date of issue for stays of 10 weeks, extendable for up to 12 months on an individual basis. Transit visas are valid for 24 hours.Application to
Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy; see General Info section).Application requirements
(a) One application form. (b) Two passport-size photos. (c) Valid passport. (d) Fee (cash accepted if applying in person; cheque or postal order only if applying by post). (e) Self-addressed, stamped enveloped for postal applications with sufficient postage (registered post is recommended). Social Visit (visiting friends or relatives in Myanmar): (a) Two application forms (can be photocopied). (b) Three passport size photos. (c) Valid passport. (d) Fee (cash or postal order). (e) Self-addressed stamped envelope for postal applications with sufficient postage (registered post is recommended). (f) Letter of invitation from friends or relatives in Myanmar. Business: (a)-(e) and (f) Company letter explaining purpose of visit. (g) Letter of invitation from company in Myanmar.Working days required
Normally three.Temporary Residence
It is possible to get a stay permit once in Myanmar at the Immigration Department.
No Test Required
US$10, payable also in FECs (Foreign Exchange Certificates; see also Money section for details). Passengers in direct transit are exempt.
Embassy of the Union of Myanmar in the UK
19A Charles Street, Berkeley Square, London W1J 5DX, UK
Tel: (020) 7499 4340 or (0906) 550 8924 (recorded visa and tourism information; calls cost £1 per minute).
Website: www.myanmar.com
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1630.Embassy of the Union of Myanmar in the USA
2300 S Street, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 332 9044/5.
Website: www.mewashingtondc.com or www.myanmar.com
Travelers should exercise caution on visits to Myanmar, and avoid all but essential travel to the Myanmar side of the Myanmar/Thai border.
Travelers should be aware of the threat from terrorism in Myanmar. There have been a number of recent bomb explosions in public places, targets have included commercial interests and places tourists may visit as well as public transport.
The political situation in Myanmar remains unsettled, there are stringent restrictions on freedom of movement and speech.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice: British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
