Frequently Asked Questions

What do I enter for Surname and Given Name?

Your name should be same as printed in your Passport, Surname is your last name and Name is your First name.



What are the types of Visa available to apply online?

You can only apply for Tourist and Business Visas with eVisa. In the case of Tourist Visa, a special 24 hour Tourist Visa Express Service is available for faster processing.

Is there any validity restriction of inviting company registration for Business Visa?

The Inviting registered company must have at least 6 months of registration until 31 January 2018 onward, the inviting registered company must have at least 3 months validity of registration.

Can I apply using e-Visa if I am traveling with a Group Tour?

Yes. Group Tours can also apply with online e-Visa. Individuals need to apply and pay separately.

My trip is delayed and my e-Visa is expired. Can you change my e-Visa validity date?

We are not able change the validity dates on your eVisa. We encourage you to re-apply for another visa.

How does the e-Visa work?

The e-Visa is emailed to you within a few days of you applying online. You need to print the e-Visa and take it with you on your trip to Myanmar. You will get a visa stamp in your passport on arriving in Myanmar.

I plan to travel from Myanmar to another country for a short trip and return back to Myanmar again. Do I need to apply two Visas within such a short period of time?

Yes, you will need to apply for two eVisas. Each eVisa is only valid for a single entry.

How do I enter to and exit from Myanmar using eVisa?

With eVisa, you can enter at any one of the following: 1. One of the 3 International Airports: Yangon, Mandalay, Nay Pyi Taw 2. One of the 3 International Land Border Checkpoints: Tachileik, Myawaddy, Kawthaung To exit from Myanmar, you can use any one of above stated International Airports , International Land Border Checkpoints and furthermore, the Htikee Land Border Checkpoint as well.

How many days can I stay in Myanmar using Visa issued with eVisa?

Your are permitted to stay 28 days for Tourist Visa, 70 days for Business Visa.

May I know the reasons why an application is rejected?

Reasons will not be provided for rejected applications.