Myanmar visa requirements for Kenyans

Travel and visa requirements

Burmese Visa is not required for Kenyans

Stay Duration: 28 days

Entry Requirements

  • Visitors from Kenya are allowed to visit Myanmar without a visa for a period of 28 days.
  • Intending visitors should apply for an e-visa before travelling to Myanmar.
  • Prospective visitors must have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the expected date of arrival in Myanmar. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
  • Kenya nationals are required to have a return or onward ticket as well as proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in Myanmar.
  • Travellers under the age of 18 must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
  • Intending visitors are expected to have proof of yellow fever vaccination before entry into the country. 
  • Intending visitors can travel to Myanmar from any international airport in Kenya. There is an international airport in Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa.
  • Importation and exportation of the Burmese kyat are highly prohibited in Myanmar.
  • There is no restriction on the importation of foreign currency, however, travellers are to declare any amount exceeding $10,000 on arrival into the country.
  • Kenyans are to pay an airport tax of $20 on departure from Myanmar.
  • Kenya Airways, Bangkok Airways, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Airways are some of the carriers that fly from Kenya to Myanmar.
  • The estimated flight time from Nairobi to Naypyitaw, Myanmar is 15 hours, 20 hours, 45 minutes from Kisumu, and from Mombasa, it takes 18 hours, 45 minutes.
  • The  Burmese kyat is the official currency used in Myanmar. The USD is also widely accepted as a medium of exchange in Myanmar. Tourists can exchange their foreign currencies at banks and other exchange outlets in the country.
  • Burmese is the official language in Myanmar and it is spoken by two-thirds of the entire population. There are about 100 other indigenous languages spoken in Myanmar.
  • Myanmar has a tropical monsoon climate.  There are three major seasons in Myanmar, a cool winter from November to February, a hot summer season in March and April and a rainy season from May to October.
  • Transportation in Myanmar can be facilitated by buses, car rentals, taxis and trains.
  • Myanmar makes use of Myanmar Time (GMT+6:30), which puts Myanmar three hours, thirty minutes ahead of Kenya.
  • Tea leaf salad, Shan-style rice, Curry and Mohinga are some of the delicacies tourists can try while in Myanmar.
  • About 90% of the entire population of Myanmar practise Theravada Buddhism. Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Mahayana Buddhism, Vajrayana Buddhism and Animism are the minority religion in Myanmar.
  • Kenyans travelling to Myanmar can budget an average of $50 to spend on expenses per day on a low budget, and between $75 to $100 for those who want to explore the country.
  • The power and socket plug used in Myanmar are of type C, D, F and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Tourists are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and also monitor local news broadcasts.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long should my passport be valid for before travelling to Myanmar?

Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for at least six months beyond the date of arrival in Myanmar.

Can I go to Myanmar without a visa?

Kenyans do not require a visa to travel to Myanmar. However, they are to apply for an e-visa about seven days before their date of departure.

How much does an e-visa cost?

An e-visa typically costs about $50. 

Is Myanmar safe for tourist travel?

Major parts of Myanmar is safe to visit right now, although the northern parts of Shan State, the state of Kachin, Southern Chin, and Rakhine State are currently not that safe due to some crisis issues.

Can you get a visa on arrival in Myanmar?

Kenyans can no longer obtain a visa on arrival in Myanmar. However, they can apply for an e-visa.