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| Tel | : (95-67) 431125 |
| Operating hours | : Monday to Friday From 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Myanmar Standard Time (GMT+6:30) |
| Web | : http://evisa.moip.gov.mm/index.aspx |
(a) Passport validity must have at least (6) months.
(b) Have to present one color photo (4 cm X 6 cm) taking during (3) months and return ticket.
(c) Length of stay is (28) days from the date of arrival in Myanmar.
(d) Can pay application fee, US$ 50 by using Visa, Master, Credit/ Debit.
(e) Will not refund whether eVisa is granted or not.
(f) Will reply the information if we receive application within (1) hour.
(g) The processing time is maximum (5) working days for granting eVisa or not.
(h) The validity of eVisa approval letter is (3) months from the issued date. If it is expired, entry will be denied.
(a) Laos (b) Vietnam(c) Philippines (d) Cambodia(e) Indonesia
(a) Singapore
11. The following (100) countries are granted eVisa:
| 1. Albania 2. Algeria 3. Argentina 4. Australia 5. Austria 6. Bangladesh 7. Belarus 8. Belgium 9. Bhutan 10. Bolivia 11. Bosnia 12. Brazil 13. Brunei 14. Bulgaria 15. Cambodia 16. Cameroon 17. Canada 18. Chile 19. China 20. Colombia 21. Costa Rica 22. Côte d’Ivoire 23. Croatia 24. Cyprus 25. CZECH |
26. Denmark 27. Ecuador 28. Egypt 29. Eritrea 30. Estonia 31. Fiji 32. Finland 33. France 34. Georgia 35. Germany 36. Ghana 37. Greece 38. Guatemala 39. Guinea 40. Hungary 41. Iceland 42. India 43. Indonesia 44. Ireland 45. Israel 46. Italy 47. Jamaica 48. Japan 49. Jordan 50. Kazakhstan |
51. Kenya 52. Korea (DPR) 53. Korea (Republic) 54. Kuwait 55. Kyrgyzstan 56. Laos 57. Latvia 58. Lithuania 59. Luxembourg 60. Malaysia 61. Maldives 62. Malta 63. Mauritius 64. Mexico 65. Monaco 66. Mongolia 67. Morocco 68. Nepal 69. Netherland 70. New Zeland 71. Norway 72. Pakistan 73. Panama 74. Peru 75. Philippines |
76. Poland 77. Portugal 78. Qatar 79. Romania 80. Russia 81. Saudi Arabia 82. Serbia 83. Singapore 84. Slovakia 85. Slovenia 86. South Africa 87. Spain 88. Sri Lanka 89. Sweden 90. Switzerland 91. Thailand 92. Turkey 93. Uganda 94. Ukraine 95. United Kingdom 96. United States of America 97. Uruguay 98. Uzbekistan 99. Venezuela 100. Vietnam |
Myanmar is the largest country in South-East Asian Peninsular sharing borders with Bangladesh, India, China, Laos & Thailand. It has a total area of 676, 577 sq.km. Myanmar is the name which used by its people to describe their homeland but the British called Burma. It is also known as the Golden Land not only for its golden pagodas but for its rich land and the wealth of its agriculture and natural resources.
The climate of Myanmar is a tropical climate with three seasons. The rainy season during the south-west monsoon from mid-May to mid-October, the cool season (Winter) from mid-October to mid-February and the hot season (Summer) from mid-February to mid- May. The best time to visit Myanmar is from October to April.
There is 58 million of population in Myanmar and over 80% of them are Theravada Buddhists. The rests are Christians, Muslims, Hindus and some animists.
Myanmar lies on the cross-road of two of the world’s great civilization–China and India, but its culture is neither that of India nor China exclusively, but a blend of both interspersed with Myanmar native traits and characteristics. The people have preserved the traditions of close family ties, respect for the elders, and reverence for Buddhism. Myanmars are contented and cheerful even in the face of adversities and known for their simple hospitality and friendliness.
All foreign currencies (above US D 2000), jewelleries, electrical goods and professional video cameras must be declared to the Customs at the Airport. Export of antiques is totally prohibited. Only gems and jewelleries purchased at the licensed dealers, or who can issue an export permit are allowed to be taken out of the country. Visitors may bring in duty free 200 cigarettes, one quart of wine and one pint of perfume.
official exchange counter at the airport. We recommend to exchange at the airport as the exchange rate is more than at the black market.
NEW NOTE
For your trip to Myanmar. Bank notes that are “CB” numbers, discoloured, old or slightly damaged and small head are not accepted. It is advisable to bring good quality notes in order to avoid any acceptability challenges. We do not accept Travellers Cheque.
Mastercard holders can use their debit and credit cards to withdraw cash in Myanmar Kyats from Co-operative Bank automatic teller machines in Myanmar. Tourists and business travellers with a MasterCard-, Maestro- or Cirrus-branded card could use them to withdraw kyat from 36 Co-operative Bank ATMs nationally, including two at Yangon International Airport.
Starting from 21 December 2012, Visa Card Holders can withdraw cash in Myanmar Kyats from Kanbawza Bank ATM. Each card can withdraw 300,000 kyats a time and total of 1,000,000 kyats a day can be withdrew within a day.
GMT + 6 1/2 hours
220 VOLT 50 HZ
Domestic air services have greatly improved over recent years. However, railways, bus and steamer services are still need for improvement for the convenience of the visitors. The clients of KINNARI TRAVELS will travel by reliable Private Airlines and by airconditioned vehicles. In remote areas, air-conditioned car or bus may not always be available and travelers should be advised that the conditions of roads in Myanmar are not the same. For this reason, long distance travel usually takes longer than that might be expected.
Baggage allowance on domestic flights is limited to 20 kg. Excess luggage will charge US$ 2/kg but one golf set per person is not chargeable. Moreover you can leave the extra baggage in Yangon and collect it end of the trip.
Myanmar arts and crafts, mostly pure hand-made, are best souvenirs and prices are very reasonable. Lacquerware, wood and ivory carvings, tapestries, silverware, brassware, silk and cotton fabrics and shoulder-bags are some of the favourite items. For jewellery, there are Myanmar rubies, sapphires, jade and pearls available at Myanmar gems shops. All gems and jewellery purchased should be made through the government licensed dealers, who can give a voucher for export.
Light clothing is required all year-round, but a sweater or jacket may be needed in hilly areas, especially during winter months. If visiting during rainy season (May – September) an umbrella or raincoat will be required. It is required to dress decently within the precincts of religious buildings. Shoes and socks must be removed at pagodas and monasteries. Shoulders and knees should be covered. Disregarding these rules will seriously cause cultural and religious offence to the devout Myanmar people.
Travelers are advised to keep away from those who may approach them to exchange foreign currency or to sell gems of dubious quality. Travelers are also advised not to drink tap water, purified bottled water is available everywhere.
It is advisable to purchase travel insurance for comprehensive protection against travelling overseas to protect of accidental / medical expenses / baggage losses.
Yangon International airport tax is US $ 15 and 2000 Kyats for domestic flights.
Not required unless you are coming from an infected area.
The same precautions as anywhere else, drink only bottled water. Do not eat raw vegetables: only eat fruits that you can peel or cut yourself. Beware of eating food from street stalls. Use insect repellent when necessary and use sunscreen liberally when exposed to the intense, tropical sun.
Orange and Myanmar Post & Telecommunication signed a treaty of roaming. The customers of orange can use therefore phones them portable in Burma.
Orange and Myanmar Posts & Telecommunications signed a roaming agreement connecting Myanmar’s mobile telecoms network to the rest of the world.
Thanks to this milestone partnership, travelers from a large proportion of countries in the world can use roaming services in Myanmar, enabling them to stay in contact with their friends, families or business contacts back home. At the same time, MPT’s mobile customers travelling abroad are also benefit from improved international connectivity allowing them to use their mobiles while in other countries.
This partnership allows Myanmar Posts & Telecommunications to rapidly deploy a roaming solution covering 150 countries that meets international GSM standards.
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