Myanmar visa requirements for Indians

Travel and visa requirements

Burmese Visa is not required for Indians

Stay Duration: 28 days

Entry Requirements

  • Citizens of India with the intention to travel to Myanmar can get a visa upon their arrival in Myanmar. This visa allows for a stay duration of 28 days.
  • Indians can also choose to apply for an electronic visa for the same duration of stay.
  • Passports of citizens have to be valid six months at the time of arrival and blank passport pages for necessary visa stamps.
  • A Yellow fever certificate of vaccination may be required from visitors arriving from India.
  • Pet animals brought by travellers must be accompanied by a health certificate.
  • There is an airport tax of USD 10 imposed on all travellers who are leaving Myanmar.
  • Amounts in excess of the 10,000 US dollars equivalent must be declared upon entry and exit.
  • The estimated flight time from Delhi, India to Myanmar is 3 hours, 1 minute.
  • Myanmar (Burma) uses Myanmar Time zone (GMT+6:30) hence, Myanmar (Burma) is 1 hour ahead of India.
  • The Republic of the Union of Myanmar is also known as Burma.
  • Myanmar produces precious stones such as rubies, sapphires, pearls and jade.
  • Myanmar is also the world's second-largest producer of opium accounting for 25% of entire world production and is a major source of illegal drugs including amphetamines.
  • The most popular and available tourist destinations in Myanmar include big cities such as Yangon and Mandalay; religious sites in Mon State, Pindaya, Bago and Hpa-An nature trails in Inle Lake KengTung, Putao, Pyin Oo Pwin; ancient cities such as Bagan and Mrauk-U; as well as beaches in Nabule, Ngapali, Ngwe-Saung, Mergui.
  • Tourists also love to visit the Kayan tribe of Myanmar where women wear elongated neck rings as part of their cultural attire.
  • The official language of Myanmar is Burmese.
  • A large majority of the population practices Buddhism with a minority of Christians, Muslims, Hindus and Jews.
  • Burmese cuisine is characterized by extensive use of fish products such as fish sauce, ngapi (fermented seafood) and dried prawn.
  • Football is a popular sport and it is played all over the country even in villages.

Frequently Asked Questions

How safe is Myanmar?

Travel to almost all parts of Myanmar is safe but visitors are advised to apply extreme caution while in Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay and Inle Lake.

What are people from Myanmar called?

The citizens of Myanmar are called Myanmars, or Myanmaris and Myanmarese by some.

Was Myanmar a part of India?

Yes, on 1 January 1886, the British annexed all of Upper Burma as a colony to make the whole country a province of British India.

How long should my Indian passport be valid for before applying for a visa?

Your Indian passport must be valid for at least six months by the time of arrival in the country and should have blank passport pages for necessary visa stamps.

What is the Myanmar's official language?
Burmese is the official language of Myanmar.