This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy. Information added on completing a short health declaration in relation to the mpox virus on arrival and importing valuable items (‘Entry requirements’), and on the political and conflict situation (‘Safety and security’ page).
Latest update: Summary and Safety and security section (Shan State) - you’re advised to be vigilant in Taunggyi (Shan State) following the discovery on 16 November 2018 of an explosive device
2018-11-16T13:21:43.371Z
Latest update: Health section - revised guidance on sources of health information before travel
2018-11-23T14:40:31.124Z
Latest update: Summary - update to information about the availability of consular support
2018-12-14T12:06:36.061Z
Latest update: This advice has been reviewed in full with amendments throughout
2019-03-28T12:24:59.831Z
Latest update: Summary - addition of information on the Thingyan Water Festival which will be celebrated from 13 to 17 April 2019
2019-04-11T15:26:19.502Z
Latest update: Summary - removal of information on the Thingyan Water Festival; Local laws and customs section - addition of information on Burma’s defamation laws
2019-04-24T08:35:57.142Z
Latest update: Summary - factual addition; on 22 June 2019, a Myanmar navy vessel docked in Sittwe Township, Rakhine State, was attacked resulting in casualties; since 21 June 2019, there has been a shutdown of mobile internet in 8 northern Rakhine townships and Paletwa township in Chin State
2019-06-28T08:10:47.000Z
Safety and security section (Local travel - Rakhine State) - current outbreaks of violence are affecting both north and central Rakhine, including the large towns of Mrauk U and the state capital Sittwe, as well as the roads in and out of Sittwe; mobile communications in northern and central Rakhine State have been subject to shutdowns, and cannot be relied upon
2019-07-03T08:24:00.000Z
Summary and Safety and security (Political situation) sections updated with information on expected protests in the Bahan and Kyauktada townships in Yangon on Saturday 3 August 2019. You should avoid all demonstrations and large gatherings.
Health section - updated information on rabies
2019-08-02T09:39:16.000Z
Summary and Safety and security (Political situation) - removal of information on expected protests in Yangon on Saturday 3 August 2019
2019-08-06T14:36:07.000Z
Summary - updated factual information on coordinated attacks at a number of locations in Pyin Oo Lwin in Mandalay State and Naung Cho in northern Shan State. Roads and railways in the area have been closed, and there is a potential for further clashes. You should exercise extra vigilance and keep up to date with developments, including via this travel advice
2019-08-15T14:39:30.000Z
Summary - change to advice against travel; the FCO now advise against all but essential travel to all areas of Northern Shan State, within 10km of the town of Pyin-Oo-Lwin (Mandalay State) and along the Pyin-Oo-Lwin to Kyaukme road; updated information on 15 August attacks and the potential for further clashes
2019-08-17T01:35:40.000Z
Summary - removal of information on the shutdown of mobile internet in eight northern Rakhine townships and Paletwa township, initiated on 21 June
2019-09-13T11:52:17.000Z
Summary - addition of information on social media reports of alleged bomb threats against Naypyitaw; the Myanmar government has not corroborated this information; no specific measures are recommended at this time
2019-09-25T08:29:03.000Z
Safety and security (Local travel - Shan State) and Summary - removal of information on road and rail closures in Shan State
2019-10-14T11:28:07.000Z
The FCO no longer advise against all but essential travel to the town of Pyin Oo Lwin in Mandalay Region; information and advice reviewed and updated across all sections
2019-10-22T16:41:18.000Z
Summary - removal of information on social media reports of alleged bomb threats against Naypyitaw
2019-10-28T10:10:51.000Z
Safety and security (Local travel - Rakhine State, Local travel - Shan State, Local travel - Chin State) - updated factual information on recent security incidents
2019-11-25T10:52:53.000Z
Safety and security (Local travel - Shan State) - factual update on a landmine incident on 26 November
2019-11-27T11:29:37.000Z
Safety and security section (Rakhine state) and Summary - addition of information on explosions in Manaung Island on 19 December
2019-12-19T11:08:38.000Z
Health section and Summary - updated information and advice following an outbreak of coronavirus in China and elsewhere in the region
2020-01-23T16:59:38.000Z
Summary and Safety and security section - update to information on security incidents in Rakhine; Health - update to information and advice on Polio
2020-01-31T17:51:46.000Z
Health section (Coronavirus) and summary - updated information on screening measures and suspension or reduction of some flights
2020-02-07T18:18:44.000Z
Health (Coronavirus) - addition of advice to check the latest travel advice if you’re travelling to or via other countries in the region
2020-02-12T14:28:37.000Z
Health (Coronavirus) - update to information on screening measures at border crossings
2020-02-18T15:58:15.000Z
Addition of link to advice from the Department of Health and Social Care if returning to the UK from Myanmar ('Health' pages)
2020-02-25T12:10:18.000Z
Updated information and advice on Coronavirus - (COVID-19) ('Health' page)
2020-02-26T03:28:14.000Z
The FCO now advise against all but essential travel to Kyaukpyu, Ramree and Toungup townships in Rakhine state. The ‘Safety and security’ page (Local travel) has updated information about a recent increase in outbreaks of violence in these areas
2020-02-26T19:11:25.000Z
Addition of information and advice on travel restrictions ('Health' and 'Summary' pages)
2020-03-12T17:38:47.000Z
As of 15 March, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) advise against all but essential travel to Myanmar due to the risk of quarantine for British nationals arriving in country.
There is an ongoing outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) around the world. Travel restrictions can be imposed at short notice.
2020-03-15T12:47:49.000Z
Update to information on travel restrictions in relation to coronavirus (COVID-19) ('Summary', 'Entry Requirements' and 'Health' pages)
2020-03-16T14:53:15.000Z
Addition of advice to British nationals in Myanmar to leave, if able to do so ('Health' and 'Summary' pages)
2020-03-17T17:20:34.000Z
Update to information on travel restrictions in relation to coronavirus (COVID-19) ('Summary', 'Safety and Security', 'Entry Requirements' and 'Health' pages)
2020-03-19T15:04:36.000Z
Update on information on travel restrictions in relation to coronavirus (COVID-19) ('Summary', 'Entry Requirements' and 'Health' pages)
2020-03-20T11:40:00.000Z
Addition of information on quarantine measures ('Summary' page)
2020-03-20T19:40:59.000Z
Addition of information on leaving Myanmar (Summary & Entry Requirements)
2020-03-21T13:44:01.000Z
Revised information on leaving Myanmar ('Summary' and 'Entry Requirements' pages)
2020-03-22T10:38:14.000Z
Update to information about travel restrictions in relation to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. ('Summary', 'Coronavirus' and ‘Return to the UK’ pages)
2020-03-24T13:14:53.000Z
Update to information about travel restrictions in relation to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. ('Summary', ‘Return to the UK’ pages)
2020-03-25T06:51:41.000Z
Latest update: Update to information about travel restrictions in relation to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. ('Summary', ‘Return to the UK’ ‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages)
2020-03-29T13:08:16.000Z
Update to local measures and information on returning to the UK ('Coronavirus and 'Return to the UK' pages)
2020-04-02T16:13:53.000Z
Updated information on hostility aimed at foreigners and local measures introduced to combat the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) ('Safety and Security' and 'Coronavirus' pages)
2020-04-06T15:11:45.000Z
Updates to the 'Return to UK' pages.
2020-04-17T12:13:31.000Z
Update to information and advice on coronavirus local measures ('Coronavirus' page).
2020-04-21T13:28:56.000Z
Additional details of movement restrictions and flight option for departure ('Summary' Coronavirus' and 'Return to the UK' pages)
2020-04-28T05:24:09.000Z
Update to information on flights to the UK via South Korea ('Return to the UK' page).
2020-04-29T10:14:54.000Z
Updated information on flights for those wishing to return to the UK ('Return to the UK' page)
2020-05-01T17:08:37.000Z
Update to information on flights to the UK via South Korea ('Return to the UK' page).
2020-05-02T10:21:53.000Z
Updated information on flight options, visa extensions and entry restrictions in relation to coronavirus ('Return to the UK', 'Staying during coronavirus' and 'Entry Requirements' pages)
2020-05-11T18:03:55.000Z
Addition of information that it is compulsory for anyone going out in public to wear a facemask from 13 May. ('Staying during coronavirus' page)
2020-05-14T16:52:52.000Z
Updated information about the suspension of international flights until 31 May 2020 and options for commercial flights to leave Myanmar ('Return to the UK' page)
2020-05-18T14:20:24.000Z
Addition of information and advice on financial support (‘Staying during coronavirus’ page)
2020-05-20T11:31:52.000Z
Updated information about flights departing on 29 and 31 May ('Return to the UK' page), updated timings on curfews in Myanmar and applications for UK passports ('Staying during coronavirus' page) and information on scams ('Safety and security' page).
2020-05-22T11:38:09.000Z
Update to information on flight options and visas ('Return to the UK', 'Staying during coronavirus' and 'Entry requirement's pages)
2020-05-29T17:18:19.000Z
Update to information on coronavirus (COVID-19) measures on restaurants and bars ('Staying during coronavirus' page) and to safety and security information in Rakhine State ('Safety and security' page)
2020-06-02T14:05:37.000Z
Addition of information on possible charter flight to Paris on 8 June, removal of information on charter flight from Yangon to Milan on 5 June ('Return to the UK' page) and update to information and advice on revised quarantine restrictions and passport validity extensions ('Entry requirements' page)
2020-06-05T14:31:15.000Z
New information on rules for entering the UK from 8 June. ('Return to the UK' page)
2020-06-08T11:40:36.000Z
Removal of information about previous flight options ('Return to the UK' page)
2020-06-12T13:54:06.000Z
Addition of information on Myanmar Airways International flights from Yangon to Seoul Incheon airport on 25 and 30 June with UK connections from Seoul ('Return to the UK' page), removal of British Embassy registration requirements and update to information on UK passport applications ('Staying during coronavirus'), and business visa entry requirements ('Entry requirements' page)
2020-06-24T12:30:54.000Z
All international commercial passenger flights are suspended until at least 31 July. ('Summary', 'Return to the UK' and'Entry requirements' pages)
2020-06-29T16:29:46.000Z
Updated information on flights and visa applications. ('Return to the UK' and 'Staying during coronavirus' pages)
2020-07-01T15:46:03.000Z
Update to information on parliamentary elections ('Safety and security'). Editorial review to remove ‘Return to the UK’ section and improve ‘Coronavirus’ section.
2020-07-07T14:33:10.000Z
Updated information on flights and entry requirements. ('Coronavirus' and 'Entry Requirements' pages)
2020-07-08T16:32:18.000Z
Update to information on entry and quarantine requirements ('Entry requirements' page)
2020-07-14T11:27:04.000Z
Updated information on Entry Requirements. ('Entry Requirements' page)
2020-07-22T16:05:11.000Z
New advice to contact your airline for information on flight schedules and any additional requirements. ('Return to the UK' section)
2020-07-27T16:11:11.000Z
Addition of information on the suspension of international commercial passenger flights until 31 August. Update to information on the operation of relief flights ('Coronavirus', 'Return to the UK' and 'Entry requirements' pages)
2020-07-29T17:10:41.000Z
Addition of information about testing for COVID-19 before travelling ('Return to the UK' page) and updated information about quarantine requirements ('Entry requirements' page)
2020-08-21T10:08:15.000Z
New information on advice to foreign nationals from the government of Myanmar against all but essential travel to Rakhine State, in response to an increased number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the area. ('Summary' and 'Coronavirus' page)
2020-08-25T16:53:43.000Z
Updated information on 'Stay at Home' orders in townships in Rakhine State
('Coronavirus' page)
2020-08-26T11:31:10.000Z
Addition of information on extension of international commercial passenger flights suspension until 30 Sept, movement restrictions and school closures ('Summary', 'Coronavirus', 'Return to the UK' and 'Entry requirements' pages)
2020-08-27T15:12:16.000Z
Update to information on ‘Stay at Home’ in Rakhine State. ('Coronavirus' page)
2020-08-28T14:44:01.000Z
New information on townships in Yangon which are under ‘Stay at Home’ orders from 8am on 2 September ('Coronavirus' page).
2020-09-01T15:37:51.000Z
Update to information and advice on coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions for those living in areas subject to a 'Stay at Home' order ('Coronavirus' page)
2020-09-02T15:40:42.000Z
Addition of information on curfew in Yangon ('Coronavirus' page)
2020-09-04T14:00:48.000Z
Update to information on areas in Yangon under coronavirus (COVID-19) 'Stay at Home' orders ('Coronavirus' page)
2020-09-10T10:26:41.000Z
Updated information on travel in Myanmar; suspension on domestic flights and some townships in Yangon are under 'Stay at Home' orders
('Coronavirus' page)
2020-09-11T14:07:19.000Z
Additional information on British nationals returning to the UK
('Return to the UK' page)
2020-09-14T12:40:20.000Z
From 8am on 21 September, all townships in Yangon, except for the Coco Island Region, will be under a ‘Stay at Home’ order ('Coronavirus' page)
2020-09-20T15:45:09.000Z
Update to information on townships in Yangon currently under a 'Stay at Home' order ('Coronavirus' page)
2020-09-21T12:03:56.000Z
Addition of information on the temporary closure of the VSF office in Yangon ('Coronavirus' page).
2020-09-23T12:24:48.000Z
Update on the suspension of international commercial passenger flights until 31 October ('Summary', 'Coronavirus', 'Return to the UK' and 'Entry requirements' pages).
2020-09-25T11:33:26.000Z
Updated information on the end date for the suspension on, all Myanmar's airlines domestic flights
('Coronavirus' page)
2020-10-06T08:32:08.000Z
Removal of information on staff and dependants in the British Embassy and updated information on our consular service ('Summary' page)
2020-10-22T13:39:55.000Z
Updated information on international commercial and domestic flights suspensions ('Summary', 'Coronavirus', 'Return to the UK' and 'Entry requirements' page)
2020-10-27T14:46:42.000Z
New information on upcoming elections in Myanmar ('Summary', 'Coronavirus' and 'Safety and security' pages)
2020-10-30T15:13:20.000Z
Update to information on rules for travel in Myanmar ('Coronavirus' page)
2020-11-04T12:17:14.000Z
Update to information on the political situation following national elections on 8 November 2020 ('Safety and security' page).
2020-11-12T15:10:18.000Z
Update to information on the suspension of domestic flights ('Coronavirus' page).
2020-11-16T09:19:43.000Z
Update to information on the suspension of international commercial flights ('Summary', 'Coronavirus', 'Return to the UK' and 'Entry requirements' pages).
2020-12-01T15:03:33.000Z
New information on prescriptions from the UK not being accepted in Myanmar ('Coronavirus' page)
2020-12-03T09:32:15.000Z
Update to information on the use of UK Emergency Travel Documents (ETDs) to exit from Myanmar ('Entry requirements' page)
2020-12-11T09:29:32.000Z
Updated information on airlines suspending domestic flights in Myanmar ('Coronavirus' page)
2020-12-14T16:22:40.000Z
Addition of information on the resumption of domestic flights in Myanmar from 16 December 2020 ('Coronavirus' page)
2020-12-15T10:35:53.000Z
Addition of new quarantine requirements from 24 December for travellers arriving in Myanmar who have been to the UK and update to information on the use of face masks, suspension of commercial flights and possible future modifications to entry requirements ('Coronavirus' and 'Entry requirements' pages)
2020-12-24T12:22:12.000Z
Revised information on 'Stay at home' orders within the Travel in Myanmar section ('Coronavirus' page)
2020-12-27T09:32:51.000Z
Updated information on international commercial passenger flights into Myanmar (see 'Summary' and 'Coronavirus' 'Entry requirements and 'Return to the UK' pages)
2021-01-01T12:03:55.000Z
Updated information on entry requirements for Myanmar; information for those who are not travelling from the United Kingdom, including British Nationals and for those who are or will be on a flight to Myanmar transiting via the United Kingdom ('Coronavirus' and 'Entry requirements' page)
2021-01-04T16:22:16.000Z
Updated information on process for applications for UK passports and UK visas ('Coronavirus' page)
2021-01-14T10:38:10.000Z
Updated information on the process for applications for UK passports and UK visas ('Coronavirus' page)
2021-01-18T13:41:34.000Z
New information and advice on an increased security presence in Naypyitaw, Yangon and other areas in advance of the new Parliament on 1 February ('Summary' and 'Safety and security' pages).
2021-01-28T16:56:15.000Z
Suspension of all international commercial passenger flights extended to 28 February at the earliest ('Summary', 'Coronavirus', 'Return to the UK', 'Entry requirements' pages)
2021-01-31T08:30:22.000Z
Reports on 1 February that senior figures in the Civilian Government and civil society have been detained by the military; the British Embassy is following the situation carefully; there may be disruptions to internet and phone networks; you are advised to stay home and stay safe (Summary).
2021-02-01T01:35:57.000Z
Updated information following state of emergency declared by Myanmar Military ('Summary', 'Safety and security' and 'Money' pages)
2021-02-01T05:30:37.000Z
New information on the closure of airports and suspension of all domestic and international commercial passenger flights until 31st May 2021 at the earliest ('Summary', 'Coronavirus' and 'Entry requirements' pages). Addition of contact numbers for people in Myanmar who need urgent help and addition of a number for people in the UK who are worried about a British national in Myanmar ('Summary' page).
2021-02-02T12:14:51.000Z
Addition of information on a curfew in place between midnight and 4am ('Summary' page). Update to information on the availability of commercial flights ('Return to the UK' page).
2021-02-03T17:09:53.000Z
Update to information on the availability of relief flights ('Return to the UK' page).
2021-02-04T17:00:04.000Z
Update to information on the availability of relief flights. ('Return to the UK' page)
2021-02-04T18:55:16.000Z
Additional information on the the detention of a foreign national plus the shut down and disruption of various internet platforms, the wider internet, telephone networks and ATMs (See 'Summary' page)
2021-02-06T09:55:29.000Z
Broadening of curfew hours. Link added to Myanmar Airways International website. (See 'Summary',' Coronavirus' and 'Return to UK' pages)
2021-02-09T08:12:05.000Z
Additional information on Returning to the UK
2021-02-12T21:34:00.000Z
Updated information on leaving Myanmar by commercial means if you have concerns for your safety (See 'Return to UK')
2021-02-17T03:30:02.000Z
Information that travellers from Myanmar to England are temporarily exempt from the pre-departure testing requirement ('Return to UK' page)
2021-02-19T16:36:26.000Z
Clarification of options for BNs seeking to leave Myanmar urgently; advice on support for those requiring urgent UK visas for family members. ('Return to the UK' page) New information about COVID-19 vaccines and pre-departure testing if you live in Myanmar. (‘Coronavirus’ page)
2021-02-23T15:56:32.000Z
Update on latest political situation. Advice to British Nationals to stay at home. (See 'Summary' page)
2021-02-28T08:29:28.000Z
Update on the extension of exemption from pre-departure testing requirement for travellers from Myanmar to England ('Summary' and 'Return to the UK' pages)
2021-03-01T17:23:38.000Z
Update to information on potential protest locations ('Coronavirus' page)
2021-03-02T16:43:54.000Z
Addition of link to the booking portal to book a travel test package ('Return to the UK' page)
2021-03-04T14:48:54.000Z
Advice for British nationals to leave the country by commercial means, unless there is an urgent need to stay. Advice on requesting a Pre-departure Test Letter. Ensure you have sufficient Dollars for use at the airport when departing Myanmar. Check with airlines for baggage allowances for all legs of your journey. Provide your details to the British Embassy Yangon so we are aware of your presence in Myanmar. (‘Summary’, ‘Coronavirus’, ‘Return to the UK’ and ‘Money’ pages)
2021-03-12T03:00:06.000Z
Addition of information on transit flights: flights from Qatar will not be permitted to arrive in the UK from 4am on Friday 19 March. Addition of information on Martial law in place in six townships in Yangon. (‘Summary’, ‘Return to UK’ and ‘Safety and Security’ pages)
2021-03-16T03:00:46.000Z
Update to advice on returning to the UK, including advice to complete the passenger locator form before travelling to the airport, and for those who have given their details to the embassy, to let them know if you are no longer in Myanmar ('Summary' and 'Return to the UK' pages)
2021-03-23T15:39:36.000Z
Information on what to do if you are returning to the UK from Myanmar; flight routes to the UK are limited and can change at anytime ('Summary' page)
2021-03-25T13:36:46.000Z
Change to the level of advice, advising British Nationals to leave Myanmar as soon as possible by commercial means (‘Summary’ page). Update to ‘Safety and Security’ Section concerning events of 27 March.
2021-03-28T16:53:03.000Z
Update of flight information and transit routes for returning to the UK and the need to complete the passenger locator form before you travel to the airport (‘Return to the UK’ page)
2021-03-31T14:54:54.000Z
Update to reference the temporary withdrawal of some British Embassy staff and dependents ('Summary’ page)
2021-04-01T10:14:45.000Z
This advice has been reviewed in full with editorial amendments throughout. New information has been added on bringing pets back to the UK from Myanmar to the 'Return to UK' page.
2021-04-07T12:44:35.000Z
Additional information about flights leaving Yangon ('Return to the UK' page)
2021-04-12T11:15:19.000Z
Additional information about flights leaving Yangon ('Return to the UK' page).
2021-04-16T08:27:52.000Z
Updated information on Myanmar's military state of emergency and assumed control; local wards may unexpectedly change curfew times ('Summary' page)
2021-04-23T10:26:00.000Z
Update to information on the re-opening of the Visa Application Centre ('Coronavirus' page)
2021-04-27T12:55:37.000Z
Addition of information on the re-opening of the Visa Application Centre ('Summary' and 'Return to the UK' pages)
2021-04-29T09:01:44.000Z
This advice has been reviewed in full and re-published with amendments
2021-06-02T12:07:31.000Z
This advice has been reviewed in full. The 'Coronavirus' and ‘Entry requirements’ pages have updated information on travel in Myanmar and quarantine requirements
2021-06-18T17:53:05.000Z
Updated information that if you are travelling from Myanmar to the UK, arriving in the UK after 4am on 5 July 2021, then you will need to provide a negative pre-departure test certificate (‘Return to the UK’ page)
2021-06-25T10:36:38.000Z
Addition of information on the re-opening of the Visa Application Centre ('Summary' and 'Return to the UK' pages)
2021-07-13T12:01:59.000Z
From 13 July 2021, the Visa Application Centre in Yangon is closed until further notice ('Return to the UK' pages)
2021-07-13T17:33:04.000Z
From 4am on Monday 19 July Myanmar will move to the red list for entering England. Check what you must do to enter England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland. (‘Summary’ page)
2021-07-14T17:55:24.000Z
Information on VSF contact details for nationals who are looking to travel to the UK and require a visa to enter the UK ('Return to the UK' page)
2021-07-15T08:51:51.000Z
Update to information to reflect changes to Singapore government transit rules ('Coronavirus' page).
2021-08-04T09:12:00.000Z
Addition of information on the extension of the ban on commercial flights until the end of September 2021 ('Coronavirus' and 'Return to the UK' pages)
2021-09-07T16:20:03.000Z
Following the NUG’s announcement on 7 September to revolt against military rule, BE Yangon is monitoring the situation closely. The security situation is subject to change at short notice (See 'Summary' page)
2021-09-08T22:15:43.000Z
Update to information on visa applications ('Return to the UK' page)
2021-09-23T11:15:46.000Z
Update to information on commercial flight operations ('Coronavirus' page). Update on the reopening of the Visa Application Centre ('Return to the UK' page)
2021-10-05T15:46:02.000Z
From 4am on Monday 11 October, Myanmar (Burma) will no longer be on the red list for entering England. Check what you must do to travel abroad and return to England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland. ('Summary' and 'Coronavirus' pages)
2021-10-07T16:55:20.000Z
The FCDO no longer advises against all but essential travel to Myanmar (Burma), based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks
2021-10-11T09:33:30.000Z
Removal of information UK residents being banned from entering Myanmar ('Entry requirements' page)
2021-10-13T15:13:03.000Z
Update to information on border areas ('Safety and security' page)
2021-10-14T14:27:01.000Z
Update to information on curfew hours in Yangon and update on flight options leaving Myanmar ('Coronavirus' and 'Return to the UK' pages)
2021-10-28T15:38:18.000Z
Update to information on border areas ('Safety and security' page)
2021-11-15T16:02:12.000Z
Update to information on approved vaccines for entry to Myanmar and update on other information on entry procedures ('Entry requirements' page)
2021-12-17T16:34:23.000Z
Updated information on requirements for entry to Myanmar ('Entry requirements' page)
2021-12-20T10:28:54.000Z
Update to information on quarantine measures ('Entry requirements' page), and on border areas ('Safety and security' page)
2022-01-25T17:05:25.000Z
Update to information on the security situation, the announcement of the resumption of commercial flights, and entry rules ('Summary', 'Returning to the UK', 'Safety and security' and 'Entry requirements' pages)
2022-04-07T14:14:47.000Z
This advice has been reviewed in full and republished with amendments to the 'Summary', 'Coronavirus', 'Returning to the UK', 'Safety and security', 'Local laws and customs', 'Entry requirements' and 'Health' sections.
2022-05-06T14:45:22.000Z
The FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to Myanmar, except for the Yangon region ('Summary' and 'Safety and security' pages)
2022-06-23T11:10:05.000Z
New information and advice added following judicial executions on Monday 25 July. There is heightened tension throughout the country as a result. Visitors to Myanmar should be extra vigilant (‘Safety and Security’ page)
2022-07-26T09:19:01.000Z
This travel advice has been reviewed in full with editorial amendments throughout. Updated information on acceptable vaccines and new COVID-19 procedures ('Entry requirements' and 'Coronavirus' pages)
2022-08-05T11:36:34.000Z
Updated information on COVID-19 procedures ('Entry requirements' and 'Safety and security' pages).
2022-08-17T09:04:15.000Z
Updated information on how minor infractions of the law can provide grounds for detention ('Summary' page).
2022-09-06T08:05:07.000Z
Updated information on COVID – 19 entry requirement procedures and how minor infractions of the law can provide grounds for arrest ('Summary' and 'Entry requirements' pages).
2022-10-07T09:45:24.000Z
Updated with information about ongoing violent attacks and updated COVID-19 entry requirement information (‘Summary’, ‘Safety and security’ and 'Entry requirements' page).
2022-12-02T12:58:18.000Z
Updated information about scams ('Safety and security' page).
2022-12-15T11:21:57.000Z
Updated information about ongoing violent incidents ('Summary' and 'Safety and security' pages).
2022-12-19T15:55:18.000Z
Updated information about heightened threat of attacks on Independence Day (4th January) ('Summary' and 'Safety and security' pages).
2022-12-23T14:02:12.000Z
Updated information on the security situation in Myanmar (‘Summary’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages).
2023-01-16T18:58:16.000Z
Removed information about the Independence Day holiday on 4 January ('Safety and security' page).
2023-02-01T12:34:36.000Z
Update on downgrading of terror threat (‘Terrorism’ page).
2023-03-06T20:40:54.000Z
Updated information about the relaxation of COVID-19 insurance requirements and information about visa overstay ('Entry requirements' page),
2023-03-28T08:04:20.000Z
Updated information about cyclones ('Summary' and 'Natural Disasters' pages).
2023-05-10T13:49:29.000Z
Updated Information on Cyclone Mocha, expected to make landfall in Sittwe on the afternoon of Sunday 14 May.
2023-05-14T07:33:28.000Z
Updated information on Cyclone Mocha ('Summary' and 'Natural disasters' pages).
2023-05-16T15:10:26.000Z
Information about the global terrorism risks to British nationals abroad on all FCDO travel advice pages.
2023-06-22T09:04:40.000Z
Relaxation of COVID-19 entry requirements and additional dates that could attract violence and an increased presence of security forces ('Entry requirements' and 'Safety and security' pages).
2023-07-19T14:05:17.000Z
FCDO advises against all travel to Northern Tanintharyi Region. FCDO continues to advise against all but essential travel to Central Rakhine State (‘Summary’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).
2023-09-18T12:15:31.000Z
FCDO now advises against all travel to Shan State North and North Mandalay Region (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Safety and security’ page).
2023-11-10T12:35:36.000Z
Information on the current security situation in Myanmar (See 'Summary' page).
2023-11-28T14:05:11.000Z
This travel advice has been rewritten to make it easier to read and understand.
2023-11-29T15:50:52.000Z
FCDO now advises against all travel to east of the Yangon-Mandalay Expressway in Bago region and northern and central Rakhine state, and against all but essential travel for southern Rakhine state, and the rest of Bago region ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Regional risks' pages).
2023-12-13T10:00:04.000Z
New information on conscription and dual nations (See 'Detention and arrest' on the 'Safety and security' page).
2024-02-28T09:52:29.000Z
(Correction) New information on conscription and dual
nationals (See 'Detention and arrest' on the 'Safety and security' page).
2024-03-01T11:37:41.000Z
Information on COVID-19 rules for Myanmar (‘Entry requirements’ page).
2024-03-04T10:57:38.000Z
Information on COVID-19 rules for Myanmar ('Entry requirements' page).
2024-03-20T09:52:49.000Z
FCDO now advises against all travel to all of Rakhine State (‘Warnings and insurance’ and 'Regional risks' pages).
2024-05-23T12:57:50.000Z
Information that access to any area of Myanmar can be restricted by the authorities at any time, and information that permits and licenses needed to drive in Myanmar may change at short notice (‘Safety and security’ page).
2024-06-26T15:04:24.000Z
Information on the risks from diseases spread by contaminated food and water ('Health' page).
2024-07-09T09:48:56.000Z
This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy. Information added on completing a short health declaration in relation to the mpox virus on arrival and importing valuable items (‘Entry requirements’), and on the political and conflict situation (‘Safety and security’ page).
2024-11-11T16:47:44.000Z
