Traveller's Tips
Visa Requirements: A tourist visa for Myanmar can be obtained from any Myanmar Embassy or Consulate worldwide. Visas are valid for 28 days and can be issued the same day when they are applied for. Pre arranged visa (visa on arrival) can be done through travel agents or major hotels.New system of visa on arrival was started in both Yangon (Rangoon) and Mandalay. Start from 1st May 2010, visitors to Myanmar can apply for the new arrival visa at Yangon (Rangoon) International Airport and Mandalay International Airport.
Myanmar has previously issued arrival visa in the past. However, these were not real arrival visa. Visitors had to apply through travel agents a few days in advanced before coming to Myanmar (Burma). The visitor needed to bring the approval letter together with them and showed them to the immigration officer at the airport.
Under the new system, visitors no longer need to apply in advanced. They can apply at the airport for the 28 days tourist arrival visa, which cannot be extended. Visa fees will be US$ 30 per person. All nationalities except those in the government black list will be issued arrival visa.
There are some formalities for the application process. The immigration officer will check whether the applicant has the return ticket, have enough money and the address in Myanmar while he is in the country. The immigration officer might also ask for the purpose of the visit.
Apart from 28 days tourist visa, business visa on arrival can also be applied. This visa cost US$40 and can stay up to 70 days. Visitors can extend the visa at the expiration for this type of visa.
If you are married to a Myanmar citizen or you have been a Myanmar citizen in the past, you can apply for the social visit visa. The cost for this type of visa is US$40, allowed to stay up to 28 days and is extensible.
Tour companies and agents in Myanmar are hoping that issue of new arrival visa will boast the foreign tourist arrival in Myanmar.
Myanmar has previously issued arrival visa in the past. However, these were not real arrival visa. Visitors had to apply through travel agents a few days in advanced before coming to Myanmar (Burma). The visitor needed to bring the approval letter together with them and showed them to the immigration officer at the airport.
Under the new system, visitors no longer need to apply in advanced. They can apply at the airport for the 28 days tourist arrival visa, which cannot be extended. Visa fees will be US$ 30 per person. All nationalities except those in the government black list will be issued arrival visa.
There are some formalities for the application process. The immigration officer will check whether the applicant has the return ticket, have enough money and the address in Myanmar while he is in the country. The immigration officer might also ask for the purpose of the visit.
Apart from 28 days tourist visa, business visa on arrival can also be applied. This visa cost US$40 and can stay up to 70 days. Visitors can extend the visa at the expiration for this type of visa.
If you are married to a Myanmar citizen or you have been a Myanmar citizen in the past, you can apply for the social visit visa. The cost for this type of visa is US$40, allowed to stay up to 28 days and is extensible.
Tour companies and agents in Myanmar are hoping that issue of new arrival visa will boast the foreign tourist arrival in Myanmar.
Apply Visa di Malaysia :
1. Sediakan 3 keping photo size passport
2. Satu salinan passport malaysia muka depan
3. RM80 (siap dalam masa 3 hari) atau RM150 (siap dalam masa sehari)
4. visa valid 28 hari sahaja jadi pastikan anda apply visa seminggu atau 2 minggu sebelum berangkat
5. Telepon Kedutaan Myanmar di KL ialah 03-43516355
6. dan jangan lupa bawa passport semasa memohon
7. datang ke kedutaan dalam pukul 9:30am hingga 12:00pm
Untuk Maklumat Lanjut Tentang Permohonan Visa DI Kedutaan Myanmar di Malaysia KLIK SINI
Myanmar embassies and consulates:
• Australia, Canberra• Bangladesh, Dhaka
• Brazil, Brasillia
• Brunei Darussalam, Bandar Seri Begawan
• Cambodia, Phnom Penh
• Canada, Ottawa
• China, Beijing and Kunming
• Egypt, Cairo
• France, Paris
• Germany, Berlin
• Hong Kong
• India, New Delhi
• Indonesia, Jakarta
• Israel, Tel Aviv
• Italy, Rome
• Japan, Tokyo
• Korea, Seoul
• Lao PDR, Vientiane
• Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
• Nepal, Kathmandu
• Pakistan, Islamabad
• Philippines, Manila
• Russian Federation, Moscow
• Singapore
• South Africa, Pretoria
• Sri Lanka, Colombo
• Switzerland, Geneva
• Thailand, Bangkok
• The Netherlands, Breda
• United Kingdom, London
• United States of America, Washington DC and New York
• Vietnam, Hanoi
• Yugoslavia, Belgrade
What to wear:
Casual and light clothing is recommended for Myanmar all year round. A light sweater or jacket will be useful during the cool season . When traveling in northern areas from November to February nights can sometimes be very cold. A pair of socks and a heavy sweater or jacket may be needed. Shoes and other footwear must be removed when entering religious buildings and homes. Mini skirts, shorts and revealing clothes are prohibited when visiting temples and pagodas.Getting into Myanmar:
Available flights include Myanmar Airways International, Thai Airways International, Silk Air, Air China, Birman Airlines, Indian Airlines, Eva Air, Mandarin Airlines and Malaysia Airlines. Air Mandalay links Yangon and Mandalay with Chiang Mai, Thailand.Post & Telecommunications:
Central Post Office for your letters and post cards. IDD telephone and fax facilities are available at most hotels in Myanmar. E-mail facilities are now available at many hotels and local businesses in Yangon and Mandaly.Safety & Security:
According to recently released United Nations statistics, Myanmar enjoys one of the world's lowest crime rates, ranking well above Europe and other mainstream Asian destinations in terms of personal safety.Health Care:
No immunizations are formally required, although malaria prophylaxis are often recommended by personal physicians. Occasionally, typhoid, hepatitis, tetanus and Japanese encephalitis vaccinations are also recommended.Drink only bottled or boiled water. All hotels supply bottled water, as well as a god selection of Asian and Western foods. Use sunscreen liberally when exposed to the intense, tropical sun.
Climate & Weather:
Myanmar is a year round destination. In general, it 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 and the cool season from mid October through until the end of February. Each season has its own attraction and during the rainy season, it mainly rains in the coastal and the delta region, even then, there are many days of clear blue skies, and the landscapes are green and lush. During this period, central and upper Myanmar including Bagan, Mandalay and Inle Lake are relatively free from rain.Currency:
Myanmar currency is known as "Kyat"(pronounced Chat). The present usable denominations are Ks. 1,000; 500; 200; 100; 50; 20; 10; 5. Licensed mondy changers can help you exchange US$/ FECs into local kyats. Travellers; cheques are not normally accepted and are difficult to transact. Travellers are advised to bring US Dollars in cash (small denomination notes). British Pounds, French Francs, German Deutsch Marks and other currencies are difficult to change.Population
The population is over 50 million. More than 60% of Myanmar's population is Bamar (Myanmar) and the other major ethnic groups include Kachin, Kayah, Karen , Chin, Mon, Rakhine and Shane.Language and Religion:
There are over one hundred ethnic groups in Myanmar, all with their own languages and dialects. The majority speak Myanmar(Burmese), although English is widely spoken. Helpful tour guides who can speak major foreign languages can be lbooked through your tour operator.85% of Myanmars are Theravada Buddhist. The rest embrace Christianity, Islam, Hinduism or Animism.
