Myanmar visa requirements for Singaporeans

Travel and visa requirements

Burmese Visa is not required for Singaporeans

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Citizens of Singapore can travel to Myanmar without visa for a maximum period of 30 days provided that they possess a valid passport and must be valid for at least 6 months.
  • Proof of reserved accommodation or confirmed hotel booking is required.
  • Visitors must provide proof of onward or return ticket.
  • Intending visitors are to possess at least 800 USD (per person) to cover living expenses while in Myanmar.
  • They are also required to possess a filled application form and 2 recent (3.5  by 4.5 cm) passport photographs.
  • Generally, application for extension of stay is not possible except in special cases such as illness.
  • Visitors on business purposes are to possess a resume, employment letter from the company, company's map and financial statement. The visa fee in this case is 80 USD.
  • Pets must be accompanied by a health certificate and declared for inspection on arrival.
  • The estimated flight duration from Singapore to Myanmar is 3 hours, 31 minutes.
  • Myanmar uses the Myanamar time (GMT+6:30), placing Singapore is 1 hour and 30 minutes ahead of Myanmar (Burma).
  • The Myanmarese are predominantly Buddhists with only a minor portion of the population being Christians, Muslims and Animists.
  • Myanmar is home to many ethnic groups that have their own distinct cultures and languages. However, Burmese is the official language spoken in Myanmar. 
  • Visitors to Myanmar are expected to be healthy and fit because the public health system in the country is poorly funded.
  • Diseases like Dengue Fever, Japanese Encephalitis and Malaria are endemic in the country. Visitors are advised to get vaccinated against these diseases.
  • Myanmar has a tropical climate characterized by three seasons. The hot season from March-April, the rainy season from May-October and the cool season from November to February. 
  • The country has a blend of Right-hand and Left-hand drive vehicles, with the majority being the Right-hand drive.
  • The Burmese Kyat is the official currency of Myanmar.
  • Displaying tattoos or wearing t-shirts bearing images of religious figures is considered illegal.
  • Visitors are advised to cover tattoos when visiting public places.
  • Homosexuality is illegal in Myanmar and  could lead to imprisonment of up to 10 years.
  • Public display of affection is also frowned upon regardless of sexual orientation.
  • The trishaw is the most popular means of transportation in Myanmar.
  • Bagan tops the list of places to visit in Myanmar. It houses thousands of Buddhist temples and is described as the "gilded city".
  • Hello is said as "Min-ga-la-ba-shin" by women and "Min-ga-la-ba-khin-bah" by men.
  • In Myanmar, the power plugs and sockets are of types C, D, F and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is English spoken in Myanmar?

Yes, English is spoken in Myanmar and it is a popular foreign language in the country.


When is the best time to visit Myanmar?
The best time to visit Myanmar is from November to February. This is the period when it is not too hot to walk around due to the cool breeze that blows in.
Is Myanmar safe to visit?

Myanmar is a safe country to visit. Although, there are some areas that are out of bounds due to civil war.


What are the kinds of credit cards used in Myanmar?

Visa and Mastercards are the main credit cards that is generally accepted in Myanmar.