Get a Myanmar (Burma) Visa
Tourist Application Requirements for a Myanmar (Burma) Visa
Passport
You must provide your actual signed passport, including one copy of the personal information page of your passport. Your passport must:
- Be valid for the next six months
- Have at least one blank visa page (amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement)
- Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way
If your passport does not meet these requirements, please contact A Briggs at 800-806-0581 for further details.
Photographs
You must provide two color, passport-type photographs that meets the following criteria:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be two inches by two inches
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photos should not be affixed to your application and it may not display evidence of adhesive tape or staples
Visa Application Form
You must include one completed visa application form found in this kit with your original signature. Your application must:
- Include answers for all fields
- Display your full name as it appears in your passport
- Be signed
- The Work History Form of the application needs to also be filled out in full for all travelers, even if minors. If any part does not apply, please write "None" or "N/A" in the box. (only one copy of the Work History Form is needed)
Proof of Travel Arrangements
You must provide proof of travel arrangements for the duration of your trip. Details of your intended arrangements must:
- Include a copy of an itinerary or e-ticket that displays your round trip travel and entry and exit dates for your destination
- Show the traveler's full name (as printed in his or her passport)
A Briggs Order Form
Provide the A Briggs Order Form included in this kit.
Business Visa Application Requirements for a Myanmar (Burma) Visa
Passport
You must provide your actual signed passport, including one copy of the personal information page of your passport. Your passport must:
- Be valid for the next six months
- Have at least one blank visa page (amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement)
- Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way
If your passport does not meet these requirements, please contact A Briggs at 800-806-0581 for further details.
Photographs
You must provide two color, passport-type photographs that meets the following criteria:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be two inches by two inches
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photos should not be affixed to your application and it may not display evidence of adhesive tape or staples
Business Cover Letter
You are required to provide a Business Cover Letter from your U.S.-based company. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays a U.S. mailing address. Use the included sample Business Cover Letter to complete your letter.
Visa Application Form
You must include one completed visa application form found in this kit with your original signature. Your application must:
- Include answers for all fields
- Display your full name as it appears in your passport
- Be signed
- The Work History Form of the application needs to also be filled out in full for all travelers, even if minors. If any part does not apply, please write "None" or "N/A" in the box. (only one copy of the Work History Form is needed)
Letter of Invitation
You must provide an official letter of invitation from the company or organization that you will be visiting. The letter must:
- Be written on an official company letterhead
- State the nature of the business to be conducted (i.e., business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.)
- Include the full local address and phone number of the company or organization you will be visiting
- Specify the number of entries and desired validity of the visa you are requesting
Certificate of Incorporation
You must provide a certificate of incorporation from the company you will be visiting.
A Briggs Order Form
Provide the A Briggs Order Form included in this kit.
Multiple Entry Visa Applicants
If you are applying for a multiple entry visa, you must provide a copy of your previous visa and a copy of the personal information page of the passport/s containing the previous visa.
Visa Upon Arrival
It may be possible to obtain your visa upon arrival under limited circumstances. Visa requirements and travel restrictions vary greatly when obtaining an on arrival visa. In addition, local immigration officials also hold the right to refuse entry to anyone for any reason.
Myanmar (Burma) Visa FAQ
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When is the best time to apply for my Myanmar (Burma) visa?
The best time to apply for your Myanmar (Burma) visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. -
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Myanmar (Burma) visa? Is it safe to send a passport?
You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Myanmar (Burma) visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa requests cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application and passport to A Briggs in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx, UPS, Express Mail or Certified Mail.