Myanmar Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
10
Visa on arrival
6
eTA / e-Visa
1
Total streamlined
17
Visa required in advance
181

Myanmar's visa policy is restrictive relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, visa on arrival, or eTA/e-Visa eligible, you will need to apply for a Myanmar tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Myanmar Visa-Free (10)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Myanmar without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

Visa on arrival

Nationalities That Get Visa on Arrival to Myanmar (6)

Citizens of these countries can obtain a visa stamp at the Myanmar border on arrival - no advance embassy visit required.

eTA / e-Visa

eTA & e-Visa Eligible Countries for Myanmar (1)

These nationalities can apply for an electronic travel authorisation or e-Visa online before travel - no embassy visit required.

Fees

Myanmar Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

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  • Workshop/Seminar/Meeting/Research visa on arrival

    28-day stayofficial sourcemofa.gov.mm ↗

    USD 40

  • Crew visa on arrival

    28-day stayofficial sourcemofa.gov.mm ↗

    USD 40

  • Tourist visa (embassy/consulate sticker visa)

    3 months from issue; 28-day stay, single entry, not extendableofficial sourcemyanmarcgla.org ↗

    USD 40

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Transit

Myanmar Transit Visa

Myanmar publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visa

Short-term transit through Myanmar en route to another destination.

up to 1 day~$20on arrival

Allows 24-hour transit. Available on arrival at Yangon, Mandalay, and Naypyidaw International Airports for eligible nationalities including most Western countries, ASEAN, and major Asian nations.

Apply here ↗

FAQ

Myanmar Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Myanmar?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Myanmar visa-free, with a visa on arrival or with an eTA or e-Visa. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Myanmar tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Myanmar without a visa?

10 countries can visit Myanmar without a visa in 2026, including: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Myanmar.

How do I apply for a Myanmar tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry or visa on arrival to Myanmar, you typically need to apply at a Myanmar embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Myanmar without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Myanmar varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Myanmar Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Myanmar visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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