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Myanmar Visa for United Kingdom Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

UK citizens can apply for a Myanmar e-visa (Tourist or Business) online via evisa.moip.gov.mm; typical processing is 3 working days; Tourist stay up to 28 days; Business stay up to 70 days; visa valid for 3 months from issue; fees are USD 50 for Tourist and USD 70 for Business.

Guide last updated September 5, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport validity: passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry; with at least 2 blank visa pages.
  • Specific forms: no paper DS-160; complete the online e-visa application at https://evisa.moip.gov.mm/; upload a scanned passport data page and a recent photo.
  • Financial proof: not required for the e-visa application.
  • Accommodation and return ticket: provide the intended place of stay in Myanmar (hotel or address) in the online form; return/onward travel proof is not required but may be requested on arrival.
  • Photo spec: a recent passport-sized photo (2x2 inches / 51x51 mm) with a white background; JPEG; max 1 MB; head and shoulders facing camera.
  • Biometrics: not required as part of the online e-visa application; immigration officers at entry may collect biometrics if applicable.
  • Travel health insurance: not required, but strongly recommended.

Visa types

  • Tourist e-visa: official name Tourist e-visa; validity 3 months from issue, single entry; stay up to 28 days; approximate fee USD 50.
  • Business e-visa: official name Business e-visa; validity 3 months from issue, single entry; stay up to 70 days; approximate fee USD 70.
  • Note: Both types are single-entry only via the e-visa portal; there are no other e-visa options (e.g., multiple-entry) through the online system.

How to apply online

  • How to apply online: go to https://evisa.moip.gov.mm/; select Tourist or Business; complete applicant details; upload required documents; pay visa fee with a credit/debit card; submit.
  • Steps: create an account, fill in personal data, upload passport bio page and photo, entering flight/invitation details, select processing time (standard), pay, receive e-visa approval.
  • Fee: USD 50 (Tourist) or USD 70 (Business); processing time: up to 3 working days for standard processing; you will be notified by portal/email; print the approved e-visa.
  • How approval arrives: you will receive an electronic visa grant notice via the portal or email; print and carry to Myanmar entry; present passport with the e-visa grant note.

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: USD 50 (Tourist) or USD 70 (Business).
  • Local currency equivalent: approximately MMK 110,000 for Tourist and MMK 154,000 for Business at an indicative rate of 2200 MMK per USD.
  • VFS/BLS service fee: not applicable for e-visa application; paid online via portal.
  • Total cost estimate: roughly USD 50-70 plus any card processing fees; in MMK about MMK 110,000–154,000 depending on visa type.
  • Standard processing time: up to 3 working days.
  • Express/priority option: not offered for online e-visa; for urgent travel, contact a Myanmar embassy or consulate.

Tips for United Kingdom travelers

  • Apply well in advance: allow at least 3 working days; apply 1–2 weeks before travel to be safe; consider extra time during holidays.
  • Common rejection reasons (general): incomplete or inconsistent personal data; passport data mismatch; incorrect travel details; insufficient funds (if requested); previous visa refusals or overstays can affect approval.
  • VFS/BLS vs direct embassy: e-visa is applied online directly via the official portal; if you choose to apply via a Myanmar embassy/consulate instead, different docs and fees apply and processing times may vary.
  • Travel advisories: check UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) travel advisories for Myanmar; ensure you meet entry requirements; visa validity and entry restrictions can change.
  • Extension options inside Myanmar: tourist visa single-entry; extensions may be possible at the Yangon/ Myawaddy Immigration Office; contact local authorities for current extension rules; carry the e-visa approval and passport for any extension requests.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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