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Electronic visaMyanmar, formerly known as Burma, is a Southeast Asian destination renowned for its exceptional cultural, religious and architectural heritage. For the vast majority of foreign travellers, entry into Myanmar requires obtaining a visa — most commonly in the form of an e-Visa, applied for entirely online. Before anything else, it is essential to be aware of the current security context: since the military coup of 1 February 2021, many countries classify Myanmar at the level of 'Advise against all but essential travel'. This page provides all the factual information you need to understand the Myanmar e-Visa and prepare your application with full awareness.
01 · The essentials
The e-Visa application is made entirely online: no trip to an embassy, no postal submission of your passport.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your arrival date in Myanmar, regardless of the visa type chosen.
The e-Visa is only valid at 8 official entry points: 3 international airports and 5 land borders.
The Myanmar e-Visa is an authentic electronic visa issued by the Burmese authorities. It is not a simple travel authorisation (such as the American ESTA or the Australian ETA for exempt nationals): it is a genuine entry visa, with an official number and issuance by the Burmese Ministry of Immigration. This visa is mandatory for nationals whose citizenship is not exempt from the Myanmar visa requirement.
The entire procedure takes place online: no trip to an embassy, no postal submission of your passport. Once your application is approved, you receive your visa in electronic format (PDF) by email. It is strongly advised to print a colour copy to present upon arrival.
Please note: you must be outside Myanmar at the time you submit your application. You must also hold a document allowing you to leave the country (return air ticket or equivalent).
Since the military coup of 1 February 2021, the situation in Myanmar has been profoundly unstable. Many governments — including those of the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada and European Union member states — have placed Myanmar at the level of 'Advise against all but essential travel' or 'Do Not Travel'.
The ongoing civil war also means that several border areas are controlled by non-governmental armed forces (ethnic armed groups). The actual accessibility of land border crossings in 2026 is highly uncertain. Always consult the official travel advice of your government before making any travel plans.
02 · Eligibility
Visiting Myanmar requires a visa for the vast majority of nationalities. Only citizens of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member states currently benefit from a visa exemption: the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Brunei, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia may travel to Myanmar without a visa for tourist stays of up to 14 days (30 days for Singapore and Vietnam), with entry and/or exit through the international airports of Yangon, Mandalay or Naypyidaw.
For non-ASEAN nationals, a visa is required. The e-Visa process is open to a wide range of nationalities, including: Germany, Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, South Korea, Ivory Coast, Denmark, Egypt, Spain, the United States, France, Greece, Hungary, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Morocco, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Pakistan, Portugal, Poland, Qatar, Romania, the United Kingdom, Russia, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, Uruguay and Venezuela, among others.
Among all e-Visa eligible countries, some may also obtain a tourist visa on arrival in Myanmar: Germany, Australia, Austria, Spain, Hungary, India, Italy, Luxembourg, New Zealand, Russia and Switzerland. However, the e-Visa remains the most reliable and recommended route as it secures the process before departure.
Visa exemption for up to 14 days (30 days for Singapore and Vietnam) via the main international airports.
Wide list of eligible nationalities, including France, Belgium, Switzerland and Canada.
Available for a selection of countries (Germany, Australia, Italy, Russia, Switzerland…) but not guaranteed.
Obtained on arrival for stays of less than 24 hours at the airports of Yangon, Mandalay or Naypyidaw.
Passengers arriving by cruise ship cannot use the e-Visa. They must obtain a 'Pre-arrangement Visa' through a Burmese embassy. Likewise, persons born in Myanmar are not eligible for a visa on arrival.
03 · Entry points
The Myanmar e-Visa is valid only for entry through 8 official entry points. If you enter through any other border crossing, you will not be able to use your e-Visa: it will be considered invalid at that crossing. It is therefore essential to plan your itinerary taking this constraint into account.
| Type of crossing | Entry point name | Neighbouring country |
|---|---|---|
| International airport | Yangon (Rangoon) | — |
| International airport | Mandalay | — |
| International airport | Naypyidaw (Nay Pyi Taw) | — |
| Land border | Tachileik | Thailand |
| Land border | Myawaddy | Thailand |
| Land border | Kawthaung | Thailand |
| Land border | Tamu | India |
| Land border | Rihkhawdar | India |
Official entry points authorised for holders of a Myanmar e-Visa.
Due to the ongoing civil war, several border areas are under the control of non-governmental armed forces (ethnic armed groups). The actual accessibility of land borders with Thailand and India is highly uncertain. Before planning a land entry, always verify the situation with your country's consular authorities.
04 · The procedure
The Myanmar e-Visa application procedure is entirely paperless. You do not need to visit an embassy or send your passport by post. The application is made from a computer or smartphone, in a few minutes, once you have gathered the required supporting documents.
The only documents required are:
Once your application has been validated and payment made, the processing time by the Burmese authorities is at least 3 working days. If approved, you will receive your e-Visa as a PDF by email.
Have a copy of your passport (valid for at least 6 months after arrival) and a recent colour passport-sized photo ready.
Enter your personal details, passport data and travel information (expected arrival date, entry point, etc.).
Upload the required documents via the secure link provided after submitting the form.
Pay the consular fees (45 € / 50 USD) online by credit card. The processing time begins from payment confirmation.
The Burmese authorities process applications within at least 3 working days. Submit your application at least 3 days before departure, ideally earlier to allow a safety margin.
If approved, you receive your PDF visa by email. It is strongly advised to print it in colour to facilitate checks on arrival.
The e-Visa is valid for 90 days from its date of issue. If you are planning your trip several months in advance, there is no need to apply too early: the visa must be used within 90 days of issuance. However, allow at least one week before departure to account for processing times and any requests for additional documents.
05 · Conditions & validity
The Myanmar tourist e-Visa permits a maximum stay of 28 days from your date of entry into the country. It is a single-entry visa: once you have left Burmese territory, the visa is exhausted and cannot be reused. If you wish to return to Myanmar on a subsequent trip, you will need to apply for a new one.
The visa is valid for 90 days from its date of issue: you must therefore enter Myanmar within this three-month period. The authorised length of stay (28 days) begins from your actual date of entry into the country, not from the date of issue of the visa.
The tourist e-Visa cannot be extended once you are in the country. It is therefore essential to strictly observe the maximum stay of 28 days and leave the territory before it expires.
Every person, regardless of age, needs a visa to enter Myanmar. Children, even the youngest, must have a separate e-Visa application.
If your stay in Myanmar is less than 24 hours and you are continuing to a third country, a transit visa is available on arrival at the airports of Yangon, Mandalay and Naypyidaw.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your planned arrival date in Myanmar. A national ID card is not sufficient.
If you enter Myanmar by sea (ferry, private boat), you must hold a valid e-Visa in advance. Cruise ship passengers must obtain a Pre-arrangement Visa through an embassy.
If a minor child of French nationality leaves France without being accompanied by a legal guardian, they must carry an Exit Authorisation (Autorisation de Sortie du Territoire — AST), to be completed online by one of the holders of parental authority. This form must be accompanied by a copy of the legal guardian's identity document during the trip.
06 · Before you travel
Obtaining your e-Visa is the first administrative step, but it is equally important to prepare all the practical and health aspects of your trip. Myanmar has specific features that require careful preparation, particularly in the current context.
Since 8 July 2024, all Covid-19-related restrictions have been officially lifted by Myanmar. No PCR test, Covid vaccine or specific health document is required to enter the country.
However, the yellow fever vaccination certificate remains mandatory for travellers coming from a country considered at risk (according to the list established by the World Health Organization). If you transit through one of these countries, check whether you are required to present this document.
The Myanmar e-Visa is an official electronic visa — not a simple authorisation — issued for a tourist stay of a maximum of 28 days, single entry. The procedure is entirely online, with a processing time of at least 3 working days and consular fees of 45 €. The application must be made from abroad, with a passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival. Given the political and security context in Myanmar since 2021, it is essential to consult the official travel advice of your government before confirming any travel plans.
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