Myanmar Visa & Policy Updates
Myanmar has expanded its visa-on-arrival program to include citizens of China, India, Japan, and South Korea for a 50 dollar fee. Travelers from Belarus now receive 30-day visa exemptions, while business eVisa holders can access stay extensions through a dedicated e-Stay portal. Additionally, new laws mandate e-passports and establish a governing body with the authority to revoke travel documents.
50 dollars buys Myanmar tourist VOA for 4 nationalities under trial extension
Myanmar has expanded its visa-on-arrival program to include travelers from China, India, Japan, and South Korea. Citizens of Russia and most Southeast Asian nations continue to benefit from existing visa-free entry agreements.
30 day visa exemption for Belarus and Myanmar travelers takes effect
Belarusian citizens can now enter Myanmar for tourism or transit without a visa for stays of up to 30 days. This reciprocal agreement, effective July 8, simplifies short-term travel and scouting trips for passport holders of both nations.
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.
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.