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Myanmar
Naypyidaw
The Small Print in the Schengen Entry/Exit System for Remote Workers
The EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) became fully operational on 2026-04-10 across the external border crossing points of the countries using it, replacing passport stamping with digital records for non-EU short-stay travelers. For travelers from Southeast Asia, this affects short trips to the Schengen area by making border checks more automated and adding biometric registration requirements at entry and exit.
Myanmar Updates Passport Laws and Biometric Requirements
Myanmar's junta has introduced a new law mandating e-passports and establishing a new issuing body with the power to deny or revoke travel documents. While primarily targeting citizens, the increased surveillance and biometric data collection may impact long-term residents and immigration processing for foreigners.
Myanmar Updates Arrival Rules for Overseas Workers
Effective February 2026, all individuals entering Myanmar with a 'Passport for Job' (PJ) must report to Ministry of Labour counters at airports. While primarily targeting citizens, the move signals increased surveillance at ports of entry and strict enforcement of departure bans for non-compliance.
Understanding Myanmar’s Online Business Visa Extensions
Foreigners in Myanmar on business eVisas can continue to apply for stay extensions and re-entry visas through the official e-Stay portal. Applicants must be physically present in the country and sponsored by a DICA-registered company to utilize the digital service.