Myanmar e-Visa
Everything you need for your Myanmar e-Visa: requirements, processing times and answers to the most common questions.
Official Myanmar government portal- Validity
- 90 days
- Maximum stay
- 28 days
- Entry type
- Single
Overview
The Myanmar tourist e-Visa is the country's online travel authorisation for leisure visits, issued through the official Ministry of Immigration and Population portal at evisa.moip.gov.mm. It replaces the need to queue at an embassy: you apply online and receive an approval letter by email. It is available to nationals of more than 100 countries, including travellers from the United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union, Canada and Australia, who hold a passport valid for the trip.
The approval letter is valid for 90 days from the date it is issued, which is your window to enter the country, and it permits a single entry with a stay of up to 28 days. It helps to read those two figures separately: the 90 days is how long you have to arrive, while the 28 days is how long you may remain once admitted. Re-entry after you leave needs a new e-Visa.
The tourist e-Visa covers tourism only: sightseeing, cultural visits and short leisure trips. It does not cover paid work, study toward a degree, journalism for a Myanmar outlet, business dealings with local entities, or residence, which follow separate visa procedures this service does not handle. Each traveller, including children and infants, needs their own e-Visa linked to their own passport.
Your Myanmar e-Visa is prepared in your own language and every answer is checked for completeness before it is submitted to the Ministry of Immigration, so a small error does not delay your trip.
Myanmar e-Visa questions
Do US citizens need a Myanmar tourist e-Visa?
Yes. US and UK citizens, and nationals of more than 100 other countries, need the tourist e-Visa before travelling to Myanmar for leisure. We prepare the tourist e-Visa for you and check every answer, then submit it to the official Ministry of Immigration portal.
How long does the Myanmar tourist e-Visa take?
The Ministry of Immigration's minimum is about three working days, and many tourist e-Visas are approved within a day or two. We recommend applying one to two weeks ahead of travel. You receive an email acknowledgement within an hour of payment, and we add our own review buffer; an approved e-Visa is never issued on the spot, so apply a few days ahead.
How much does the Myanmar tourist e-Visa cost?
You pay one all-inclusive price that includes the government tourist e-Visa fee and our service fee, with no hidden charges and the government portion itemised on your receipt. The government fee goes to the Ministry of Immigration, while our fee covers reviewing your form for completeness and submitting it on your behalf.
How long is the Myanmar tourist e-Visa valid, and how long can I stay?
The approval letter is valid for 90 days from the date it is issued, which is the window to enter Myanmar. The tourist e-Visa permits a single entry with a stay of up to 28 days. The 90-day validity is not the length of stay, and re-entry after you leave requires a new e-Visa.
What do I need to apply for the Myanmar tourist e-Visa?
A passport valid for at least six months with a blank page, a clear copy of the passport photo page, and a recent digital passport-style photograph. You also provide your accommodation in Myanmar, your return or onward flight details, and a valid email address that receives the approval.
Is it safe to travel to Myanmar?
Conditions vary by region, and the situation can change. Major tourist areas around Bagan, Mandalay, Inle Lake and Yangon are generally accessible, but you should check your own government's official travel advisories before booking and again before you depart, and plan your route accordingly.
Can I use this service for a business visit to Myanmar?
No. VisitPass covers the tourist e-Visa only. Business visas, journalist visas and other categories follow separate procedures through Myanmar embassies or specialised channels and carry different documentation. Our wizard declines applications flagged as business intent so you apply through the right channel.
Do I need to print my Myanmar tourist e-Visa?
Yes. Carry a printed copy of the approval letter for boarding and for the border officers, alongside your passport. We recommend keeping a digital copy too in case of a systems issue. Our confirmation email includes the print-ready document. The country is also referred to as Burma.
Where is the Myanmar tourist e-Visa valid for entry?
The e-Visa is valid at Yangon, Mandalay and Nay Pyi Taw international airports and at authorised land checkpoints listed on your approval. Enter through one of those points and on the passport you applied with. The wizard verifies your entry point against the current authorised list before submission.
What happens if my Myanmar tourist e-Visa is refused?
Most refusals come from incomplete itineraries or documentation that does not match the passport. We check your form for completeness before submission to reduce that risk. Where a refusal is for reasons outside your control, our service fee is refunded; the government fee is paid to the authority and is not refundable.
Is the Myanmar e-Visa portal the official government website?
The official portal is the Ministry of Immigration and Population site at evisa.moip.gov.mm. VisitPass is an independent service, not affiliated with the Myanmar government. We prepare and submit your application to that official portal, and the government fee is itemised on your receipt, separate from our service fee.
Does each traveller need a separate Myanmar tourist e-Visa?
Yes. Every traveller needs their own e-Visa, including children and infants, and each one is linked to its own passport. A family travelling together submits a separate application per person. You can prepare them in one session and we review each form before it goes to the authority.
How can I avoid having my Myanmar tourist e-Visa refused?
Most avoidable refusals come from details that do not match the passport or from an incomplete itinerary. Type your name, passport number and dates exactly as on the photo page, give a real accommodation address and a return or onward flight, and use a clear photo. We check every field and flag mismatches before submission so a small slip does not cost you the application.
Do I need to show proof of funds or an onward ticket for Myanmar?
The online tourist e-Visa form does not ask you to upload bank statements, but you confirm your accommodation and your return or onward travel. Immigration officers can ask for evidence that you can support your stay and will leave within the permitted period, so keep your hotel booking and a return or onward ticket within reach at the border.
What makes a Myanmar e-Visa photo get rejected?
A submission is commonly held for correction when the photo is blurred, badly lit, taken against a busy background, or crops part of the face. Use a recent passport-style photo on a plain light background, face the camera with a neutral expression, and avoid hats or sunglasses except head coverings worn for religious reasons. We review it against the portal's rules first.
Can I get the Myanmar tourist e-Visa quickly for a last-minute trip?
Often, yes, though it is never a decision the moment you pay. The government's minimum is about three working days and many are returned within a day or two, and our Super Rush review ships your form to the authority in under six hours so the official clock starts at once. Apply as early as you can, since admission rests with the Myanmar authorities.
When should I apply for the Myanmar tourist e-Visa?
Myanmar's stated minimum is about three working days, and many tourist e-Visas come back within a day or two, but timings shift around peak season and public holidays. Apply a week or more before departure rather than the night before, and never expect an approval the moment you pay. For short-notice travel, the Rush and Super Rush tiers ship your form to the authority quickly so the official clock starts without delay.
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