Myanmar visa requirements for Vietnameses

Travel and visa requirements

Burmese Visa is not required for Vietnameses

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Vietnam citizens do not need to apply for a visa to visit Myanmar and stay there for 30 days.
  • Vietnam nationals can only visit Myanmar for either tourism or business purposes.
  • International passports with the validity of six(6) months after your arrival in the country and blank passport pages for necessary stampings are required.
  • Onward and Return flight ticket should accompany your international passport.
  • Proof of the means of accommodation or hotel reservation in Myanmar is required.
  • A Yellow fever certificate of vaccination may be required from visitors arriving from their respective countries.
  • An airport tax of $20 is levied on passengers exiting Myanmar except transit passengers.
  • Myanmar's standard time zone is (GMT+6:30), while that of Vietnam is (GMT+7). This makes Vietnam 30 minutes ahead of Myanmar.
  • The estimated flight time from Hanoi, Vietnam to Naypyitaw, Myanmar is 8 hours, 25 minutes.
  • The flights that operate between the two countries are THAI, Bangkok Airways, MAI and Vietnam Airlines. 
  • Passengers luggage will be cleared at their first airport of entry into Myanmar.
  • The telephone code of Myanmar is (+95) for both international and local communication.
  • Amounts in excess of the $10,000 US dollars or its equivalents must be declared upon entry and exit.
  • Pet animals brought by travellers must be accompanied by a health certificate.
  • 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.
  • Banks do not open on Saturdays and Sundays in Myanmar.

Frequently Asked Questions

When the best time to visit Myanmar?

The right season to visit Myanmar is the during October to May when the weather will be dry and not that hot.

Where do I apply for the Myanmar visa?

You have to visit the Myanmar embassy known as the Burmese Embassy in your country or neighbouring country where Myanmar has a diplomatic mission. 

What is the official currency iof Myanmar?

The official currency used in Myanmar is the Myanmar Kyat, abbreviated as MMK or K.

Is a yellow fever vaccination certificate required to travel to Myanmar?

Yes. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from visitors coming from the countries where there is a high risk of yellow fever transmission.