Frequently asked questions

🎫 Can we get a visa on the spot?

The tourist visa is available on arrival only for the following nationalities: Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Germany, Russia and Australia

⏱ When to apply for an e-Visa?

The e-Visa application must be made at least 2 days before your arrival. If your arrival is far away, we accept applications but we will allow us to send you your e-Visa when it is available (about two and a half months before your arrival). 

🤔 Do we need an e-Visa in the case of a transit or stopover?

If you stay less than 24 hours in Myanmar and continue your trip to a third country, you can obtain a transit visa upon arrival. This will cost you 20 USD ($20).

This visa is only available at the airports of : Yangon, Mandalay and NayPyi Taw.

How long is the e-Visa valid for?

The e-Visa allows you to stay for a maximum of 28 days . You must enter Myanmar within three months after its edition. If you apply more than three months before your departure, we will take care to issue the visa at the right time.

⏩ Want to extend your e-Visa?

The Tourist e-Visa cannot be extended. You must not stay more than 28 days in Burma.

✈️ Can I enter through a different airport or border than those listed?

No, the e-Visa allows you to enter only through the airports: Yangon, Mandalay, Nay Pyi Taw, and the land borders: Tachileik, Myawaddy, Kawthaung, Tamu or Rih Khaw dar. If you enter the country through any other place, then you will not be able to use the e-Visa.

🗺 Can I leave the country through a different airport or border than those listed?

No, you must leave the country through one of the following airports: Yangon, Mandalay, Nay Pyi Taw, or through the land borders: Tachileik, Myawaddy, Kawthaung, Tamu or Rih Khaw dar.

You can also leave the country through the Htikee border, but you can't enter Myanmar through there.

🚸 Does the e-Visa also apply to minors?

Yes, minors also need an e-Visa. 

🧒 Do I need to apply for a Permit to leave the country for my child?

If the minor leaves French territory without a legal guardian, he or she must be in possession of an AST (authorisation to leave the country). This document can be requested online, and must be completed by one of the holders of parental authority. When travelling, this form must be accompanied by a copy of the identity document of the legal guardian.

💉 Which vaccines are mandatory in Myanmar?

The certificate of vaccination against yellow fever will be mandatory if you come from a country at risk. In case of doubt, consult the detailed list of mandatory and recommended vaccines for Myanmar.

🚨 What if you made a mistake in your application?

If you become aware of an error before sending your administrative documents, please indicate the correction to be made when sending these documents.

After this time, corrections cannot be applied. Please contact us for more information.

Once the e-Visahas been issued, its details cannot be changed. You will need to apply again if your information differs significantly.

🙅🏽♂️ Want to cancel your application?

Unfortunately, once paid, an e-Visa application is not refundable. Please contact us for more information.

ℹ️ Is my personal information secure?

The data you may enter on this site is protected and only used to obtain the requested e-Visa. Our payment process is secure, and no banking data about you is stored on our servers.

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