Planning to travel with a Myanmar passport? This guide organizes current short-stay entry requirements by region so you can quickly see which countries are visa-free, offer eVisas or visas on arrival, and which require a visa before travel. Visa rules can change, so always verify with the destination country’s official immigration authority before booking.
Asian Visa Requirements for Myanmar Passport Holders
| Country / Territory | Entry Requirement | Simple Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Armenia | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Azerbaijan | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Bahrain | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Bangladesh | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Bhutan | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Brunei | Visa-Free | Up to 14 days |
| Cambodia | eVisa / Visa on Arrival | Visa can generally be obtained online or on arrival |
| China | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Georgia | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Hong Kong | eVisa | Apply before travel |
| India | eVisa | Electronic visa available |
| Indonesia | Visa-Free | Up to 30 days |
| Iran | eVisa | Apply electronically |
| Iraq | eVisa | Apply electronically |
| Israel | eVisa | Electronic authorization/visa required |
| Japan | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Jordan | Visa on Arrival | Generally obtainable on arrival |
| Kazakhstan | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Kuwait | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Kyrgyzstan | eVisa | Apply online |
| Laos | Visa-Free | Up to 14 days |
| Lebanon | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Macao | Visa on Arrival | Generally obtainable on arrival |
| Malaysia | Visa-Free + Arrival Requirement | Short visa-free visit; arrival registration/card may be required |
| Maldives | Visa on Arrival | Generally up to 30 days |
| Mongolia | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Nepal | eVisa / Visa on Arrival | Electronic or arrival visa available |
| North Korea | Visa Required | Visa required before travel |
| Oman | eVisa | Apply electronically |
| Pakistan | eVisa | Apply electronically |
| Palestinian Territories | Visa Required | Prior authorization/visa requirements apply |
| Philippines | Visa-Free | Up to 30 days |
| Qatar | eVisa | Apply electronically |
| Saudi Arabia | eVisa | Apply electronically |
| Singapore | Visa-Free + Arrival Card | Short visa-free entry; SG Arrival Card required |
| South Korea | eVisa | Electronic authorization/visa required |
| Sri Lanka | Visa Required | Prior visa/authorization required |
| Syria | eVisa | Electronic visa available |
| Taiwan | eTA | Electronic travel authorization required |
| Tajikistan | eVisa | Apply electronically |
| Thailand | Visa-Free + Arrival Card | Short visa-free stay; arrival registration required |
| Timor-Leste | Visa on Arrival | Generally obtainable on arrival |
| Türkiye | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Turkmenistan | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| United Arab Emirates | eVisa | Apply electronically |
| Uzbekistan | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Vietnam | Visa-Free | Up to 30 days |
| Yemen | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
Countries That Generally Require a Visa Before Travel
For readers who just want the short answer, Myanmar passport holders are currently listed as needing a traditional visa in advance for:
Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, China, Georgia, Japan, Kuwait, Lebanon, North Korea, the Palestinian Territories, Sri Lanka, Türkiye, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Yemen.
Easier Options: Visa-Free or Visa on Arrival
Some of the easier Asian destinations for Myanmar passport holders currently include Brunei, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam with visa-free access or simplified arrival requirements, while Cambodia, Jordan, Macao, Maldives, Nepal and Timor-Leste offer visa-on-arrival options in at least some circumstances.
Important: Visa rules can change without much notice, and eligibility can depend on trip purpose, passport validity, residence status, airline rules and other conditions. Always verify the requirement with the destination country’s official immigration authority or embassy before buying non-refundable travel.
Europe Visa Requirements for Myanmar Passport Holders
| Country | Entry Requirement | Simple Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Albania | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Andorra | Visa Required | Usually requires entry through Schengen, so Schengen visa rules matter |
| Austria | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Belarus | Visa-Free | Up to 30 days |
| Belgium | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Bulgaria | Visa Required | Schengen-area visa rules apply |
| Croatia | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Cyprus | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Czech Republic | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Denmark | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Estonia | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Finland | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| France | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Germany | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Greece | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Hungary | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Iceland | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Ireland | Visa Required | Irish visa required; Schengen visa alone does not replace it |
| Italy | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Kosovo | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Latvia | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Liechtenstein | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Lithuania | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Luxembourg | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Malta | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Moldova | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Monaco | Visa Required | Access normally follows Schengen/France rules |
| Montenegro | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Netherlands | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| North Macedonia | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Norway | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Poland | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Portugal | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Romania | Visa Required | Schengen-area visa rules apply |
| Russia | Visa-Free | Up to 30 days |
| San Marino | Visa Required | Access normally depends on entering through Italy/Schengen |
| Serbia | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Slovakia | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Slovenia | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Spain | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Sweden | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Switzerland | Visa Required | Schengen visa required |
| Ukraine | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| United Kingdom | Visa Required | UK visa required |
| Vatican City | Visa Required | Access normally depends on entering through Italy/Schengen |
Myanmar passport holders are listed as visa-free for Belarus and Russia, while Albania, Moldova, Serbia, and Ukraine currently offer electronic visa routes. The vast majority of the rest of Europe require a visa before travel.
Schengen Europe
For the main European destinations — including France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Switzerland, Austria, Belgium, Greece, Portugal, Norway, Sweden, Poland and others — a Myanmar passport holder generally needs a Schengen visa before traveling.
One Schengen visa can generally cover travel among participating Schengen countries during the visa’s permitted validity and stay, so you usually do not apply for a completely separate tourist visa for every Schengen country on one trip.
Countries With Separate Visa Systems
The United Kingdom and Ireland are not part of the Schengen visa system, so a Schengen visa does not automatically give a Myanmar passport holder permission to enter those countries. Myanmar passport holders are currently listed as visa-required for both.
Easier European Options
If your goal is simply to find European destinations with easier entry rules for Burmese travelers, the most notable current options are:
Belarus — Visa-Free up to 30 days
Russia — Visa-Free up to 30 days
Albania — eVisa
Moldova — eVisa
Serbia — eVisa
Ukraine — eVisa
Important: Entry rules can change quickly and can depend on trip purpose, passport validity, residence status, vaccination requirements, entry point, and airline rules. Last updated: September 2026” and verify with the destination country’s official immigration authority before booking non-refundable travel.
Africa Visa Requirements for Myanmar Passport Holders
| Country | Entry Requirement | Simple Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Angola | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Benin | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Botswana | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Burkina Faso | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Burundi | eVisa / Visa on Arrival | Online or arrival option available |
| Cameroon | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Cape Verde | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Central African Republic | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Chad | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Comoros | Visa on Arrival | Generally available on arrival |
| Republic of the Congo | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Democratic Republic of the Congo | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) | Online Pre-Enrollment | Complete required online process before travel |
| Djibouti | eVisa / Visa on Arrival | Online or arrival option available |
| Egypt | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Equatorial Guinea | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Eritrea | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Eswatini | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Ethiopia | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Gabon | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Gambia | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Ghana | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Guinea | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Guinea-Bissau | Visa on Arrival | Generally available on arrival |
| Kenya | eTA | Electronic travel authorization required |
| Lesotho | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Liberia | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Libya | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Madagascar | eVisa / Visa on Arrival | Online or arrival option available |
| Malawi | eVisa / Visa on Arrival | Online or arrival option available |
| Mali | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Mauritania | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Mauritius | Visa on Arrival | Generally available on arrival |
| Morocco | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Mozambique | eVisa / Visa on Arrival | Online or arrival option available |
| Namibia | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Niger | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Nigeria | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Rwanda | eVisa / Visa on Arrival | Online or arrival option available |
| São Tomé and Príncipe | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Senegal | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Seychelles | Tourist Registration | Pre-travel registration required |
| Sierra Leone | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Somalia | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| South Africa | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| South Sudan | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Sudan | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Tanzania | eVisa / Visa on Arrival | Online or arrival option available |
| Togo | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Tunisia | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Uganda | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Zambia | eVisa / Visa on Arrival | Online or arrival option available |
| Zimbabwe | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
African Countries That Require a Traditional Visa in Advance
For the short version, Myanmar passport holders are currently listed as needing a traditional visa in advance for:
Algeria, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Egypt, Eritrea, Eswatini, Gambia, Lesotho, Mali, Morocco, Niger, Senegal, South Africa, Sudan, and Tunisia.
Easier African Destinations
A large number of African countries now offer eVisas, which makes the process easier than applying through an embassy. Examples include Angola, Benin, Botswana, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Ghana, Namibia, Nigeria, Uganda and Zimbabwe.
Some destinations are even easier because Myanmar passport holders can currently use visa on arrival or a combined eVisa/visa-on-arrival system, including Burundi, Comoros, Djibouti, Guinea-Bissau, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Rwanda, Tanzania and Zambia.
Kenya is a little different because it uses an electronic travel authorization (eTA) system rather than a traditional tourist visa, while Seychelles requires pre-travel tourist registration.
Important: Entry rules can change quickly and can depend on trip purpose, passport validity, residence status, vaccination requirements, entry point, and airline rules. Last updated: September 2026” and verify with the destination country’s official immigration authority before booking non-refundable travel.
North America Visa Requirements for Myanmar Passport Holders
| Country | Entry Requirement | Simple Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | Visa Required | Obtain a Canadian visitor visa before travel |
| United States | Special restrictions currently apply | Myanmar nationals are currently subject to U.S. entry restrictions; check current U.S. visa rules before applying |
| Mexico | Visa Required | Obtain a visa before travel |
| Belize | Visa Required | Obtain a visa before travel |
| Costa Rica | Visa Required | Obtain a visa before travel |
| El Salvador | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Guatemala | Visa Required | Obtain a visa before travel |
| Honduras | Visa Required | Obtain a visa before travel |
| Nicaragua | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Panama | Visa Required | Obtain a visa before travel |
Caribbean Countries Usually Grouped With North America
| Country | Entry Requirement |
|---|---|
| Antigua and Barbuda | eVisa |
| Bahamas | eVisa |
| Barbados | Visa Required |
| Cuba | eVisa |
| Dominica | Visa-Free |
| Dominican Republic | Visa Required |
| Grenada | Visa Required |
| Haiti | Visa-Free |
| Jamaica | Visa Required |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | eVisa |
| Saint Lucia | Visa Required |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | Visa-Free |
| Trinidad and Tobago | eVisa |
Important: Entry rules can change quickly and can depend on trip purpose, passport validity, residence status, vaccination requirements, entry point, and airline rules. Last updated: September 2026” and verify with the destination country’s official immigration authority before booking non-refundable travel.
South America Visa Requirements for Myanmar Passport Holders
| Country | Entry Requirement | Simple Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Bolivia | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Brazil | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Chile | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Colombia | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Ecuador | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Guyana | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
| Paraguay | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Peru | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Suriname | Tourist Card | Complete the required online tourist-entry process |
| Uruguay | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Venezuela | eVisa | Apply online before travel |
South American Countries Requiring a Traditional Visa in Advance
For the short version, Myanmar passport holders are currently listed as needing a traditional visa in advance for:
Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay.
Countries With Easier Online Entry Options
Several South American countries currently offer an eVisa instead of requiring a traditional embassy visa:
Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, and Venezuela.
Suriname uses a tourist-card system rather than the same standard visa process.
Important: Entry rules can change quickly and can depend on trip purpose, passport validity, residence status, vaccination requirements, entry point, and airline rules. Last updated: September 2026” and verify with the destination country’s official immigration authority before booking non-refundable travel.
Antarctica Entry Requirements for Myanmar Passport Holders
| Destination | Entry Requirement | Simple Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Antarctica | No Antarctic visa | Antarctica itself does not issue visas |
| Argentina gateway | Visa may be required | Burmese travelers generally need permission to enter Argentina before joining an Antarctic trip departing there |
| Chile gateway | Visa may be required | Check Chilean entry requirements before traveling to a departure port or airport |
| Australia gateway | Visa required if entering Australia | Needed for Antarctic trips departing through Australia |
| New Zealand gateway | Visa required if entering New Zealand | Needed for trips using New Zealand as the gateway |
| Antarctic expedition | Prior authorization/permit arrangements | Usually handled through the tour operator or relevant national authority |
Antarctica is governed through the Antarctic Treaty System, and tourist activities require prior authorization or approval through the appropriate national authority. Commercial tour operators generally handle these requirements for their passengers.
The Important Part for Burmese Travelers
A Myanmar passport holder usually does not apply for an “Antarctica visa.”
Instead, you need to make sure you can legally enter the gateway country from which your expedition leaves.
Most Antarctic tourists travel through South America, especially for cruises to the Antarctic Peninsula, while some expeditions depart through Australia or New Zealand.
So, for example:
Myanmar → Argentina → Antarctica
You would need to meet Argentina’s entry/visa requirements, even though Antarctica itself does not issue a visa.
Antarctica Permits
Antarctic tourism is regulated differently from ordinary international travel. Visits must comply with environmental rules under the Antarctic Treaty system, and activities generally require prior approval or authorization from the appropriate national authority.
For a normal organized cruise or expedition, the tour company usually handles the Antarctic authorization process. Someone planning an independent expedition may face much more extensive permit and environmental-approval requirements.
Antarctica — No visa issued by Antarctica. Burmese travelers must meet the visa requirements of the gateway country used to reach Antarctica, and Antarctic expedition permits/authorizations are generally handled by the tour operator.
Important: Entry rules can change quickly and can depend on trip purpose, passport validity, residence status, vaccination requirements, entry point, and airline rules. Last updated: September 2026” and verify with the destination country’s official immigration authority before booking non-refundable travel.
Australia & Oceania Visa Requirements for Myanmar Passport Holders
| Country | Entry Requirement | Simple Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | eVisa | Apply electronically before travel |
| Fiji | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Kiribati | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Marshall Islands | Visa on Arrival | Generally available on arrival, currently listed up to 90 days |
| Micronesia | Visa-Free | Short stay currently listed up to 30 days |
| Nauru | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| New Zealand | Visa Required | Obtain the appropriate visa before travel |
| Palau | Visa Required | Myanmar ordinary passport holders are specifically listed as requiring a visa before arrival |
| Papua New Guinea | eVisa | Apply electronically before travel |
| Samoa | Visa on Arrival | Entry permission generally available on arrival, currently listed up to 90 days |
| Solomon Islands | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Tonga | Visa Required | Obtain visa before travel |
| Tuvalu | Visa on Arrival | Currently listed as visa on arrival for up to 30 days |
| Vanuatu | eVisa | Apply electronically before travel |
Countries Requiring a Traditional Visa Before Travel
For the simple version, Myanmar passport holders are currently listed as needing a traditional visa before travel for:
Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, New Zealand, Palau, Solomon Islands, and Tonga.
Easier Options
Some Oceania destinations currently have simpler visitor-entry routes:
Micronesia — Visa-Free up to 30 days
Marshall Islands — Visa on Arrival up to 90 days
Samoa — Visa on Arrival up to 90 days
Tuvalu — Visa on Arrival up to 30 days
Australia — eVisa
Papua New Guinea — eVisa
Vanuatu — eVisa
One correction worth noting: Palau is not ordinary visa-on-arrival for Myanmar passport holders. Current information specifically lists Myanmar among nationalities that must obtain a visa before reaching Palau.
Important: Entry rules can change quickly and can depend on trip purpose, passport validity, residence status, vaccination requirements, entry point, and airline rules. Last updated: September 2026” and verify with the destination country’s official immigration authority before booking non-refundable travel.
Related BurmaHeaven Guides
If you are planning international travel or immigration, you may also want to review BurmaHeaven’s U.S. Immigration Tools, CEAC Status Guide, NVC Resource Center, and Embassy Interview Guide. If you are preparing to move to the United States, BurmaHeaven’s First Year in America Guide can help with the next stage after arrival.
Official External Resources
Visa rules change often, so always verify current requirements before booking travel. Useful official sources include the U.S. Department of State Visa Information, the European Union Schengen Visa Information, the UK Visas and Immigration website, and the destination country’s official embassy or immigration website.
For Myanmar passport-specific comparisons, you can also use Passport Index as a quick reference, but I would still tell readers to confirm with the destination government before travel.
Disclaimer
The tables cover short-term visitor/tourist entry rules for ordinary Myanmar passport holders. Student, work, family, and immigration visas have separate requirements and usually require prior approval even where tourist entry is visa-free.