CBM Announcement: Announcement on foreign currency sales and exchange rates

The Central Bank of Myanmar (CBM) announced that foreign currencies, including US dollars, Chinese yuan, Thai baht and Indian rupees, are being sold to importers through Authorized Dealer (AD) banks via the FX Online Trading Platform to support the import of essential goods.

From April 2026 to date, about 2,221.2 million US dollar, 1,907.1 million Chinese yuan, 6,712.8 million Thai baht and 74.5 million Indian rupees have been sold to importers through the platform and AD banks.In addition, the CBM has provided about 1,703 million US dollar for the import of fuel, cooking oil, fertilizers and other essential goods.

The CBM stated that official foreign exchange rates are published daily on its website. Money changers and banks are required to follow the exchange rates set by the CBM when conducting foreign currency transactions.

The announcement also warned that individuals or organizations involved in foreign currency trading without an official licence, or conducting transactions at rates different from those set by the CBM, will face legal action under the Financial Institutions Law, Foreign Exchange Management Law and other applicable laws.