Current information about on arrival visa is:

1) At least 6 month validity needed for the passport
2) Visa fee for tourists USD 30, 28 days validity and can not extend with additional fee. Also need to have sufficient financial funds of at least USD 300 or equivalent.
3) Visa for returning Myanmar expat USD 40 and need to have at least USD 600 or equivalent.
4) Transit visa – USD 18 for 24 hours.
5) Need to have return international air ticket
6) Need to name hotel, guesthouse etc. where they are staying
7) Myanmar people returning need mention home or business address
8) Need to have two 4 x 6 cm pictures – made within 6 months
9) Under 7 yrs old children travelling with parents are free
10) Visa on arrival form our office. (sample copy attached)
11) Visa on arrival is approved for both Yangon and Mandalay international airports.

Click *here* to download Visa on arrival Form

Visa Requirements

A valid passport with a Myanmar entry visa is required. Visas are valid for 28 days stay. Visa on arrival is granted only with prior arrangement.

Climate and Weather

Myanmar is a year round destination and has three main seasons. The hot season runs from March to mid May, the rainy season from mid May to early October, and the cool season from mid October through until the end of February. Each seasons has its own attraction, and even during the rainy season, there are many days of clear blue skies, and the landscapes are green and lush.

Local Time in Myanmar

GMT+ 6.5

Currency

Myanmar currency is the kyat. Currency notes are issued in denominations of Ks. 1000, 500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 1. US$ are accepted at most hotels, airlines, international restaurants and shops. Credit cards are only accepted at a very few major hotels, airlines, shops and restaurants we suggest to bring a sufficient amount of US $ each for personal expenses.

Religion

The majority of the Myanmar people are Buddhist. The rest are Christian, Muslim, Hindu and animist.

Language

The majority of the people speak Myanmar. English understood widely throughout the Country.

Clothing

Casual and light clothing is recommended year round. A cardigan or warm clothing will be advisable for visits to northern Myanmar and Shan State in the winter months of November to January. An umbrella for sun or rain is suggested. Sandals or slippers that are easily removed are recommended for monasteries and temples since all footwear and socks must not be worn in those sacred places.

Getting into Myanmar

Myanmar is served internationally by Air China, Bangladesh Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Air Indian, Malaysia Airlines, Mandarin Airlines, Myanmar Airways Int'l Airlines, Silk Air, Thai Airways International, Thai Air Asia, Air Mandalay links Yangon with Chiang Mai. Phuket Air serves Bangkok, Thailand and Mandalay.

Travel inside Myanmar

Air Mandalay and Air Bagan operate flights to Bagan, Mandalay, Heho (Inle Lake), Thandwe (Ngapali Beach), Sittwe (Mrauk Oo), Kyaing Tong, Tachileik. Other modes of transport are train and bus (city-wise and inter-state), taxi and trishaw.

Airport Departure Tax

In Yangon and Mandalay, US$ 10 per person is payable for departures on international flights. There are currently no airport taxes for domestic flights.