Covid-19 Restrictions: Precautionary Restriction Measures Till December 31

Ministry of Foreign Affairs made an announcement on extension of the precautionary restriction measures relating to control of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Announcement states that with a view to the further strengthening of measures to contain the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, till the 31st of December 2021, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has extended such restrictions as precautionary measures for all travellers visiting Myanmar, additional precautionary measures for travellers visiting Myanmar and temporary suspension of issuance of visa on Arrival and e-visa, additional precautionary measures for travellers from all countries visiting Myanmar and regarding temporary suspension of all types of visas (including social visit visas) and visa exemption services.

In case of urgent official missions or compelling reasons, foreign nationals including diplomats and United Nations officials who wish to travel to Myanmar by available relief or special flights may contact the nearest Myanmar Mission for possible exception with regard to certain visa restrictions. However, all visitors must abide by the existing directives issued by the Ministry of Health relating to the prevention and control of the COVID-19 pandemic.