About the Myanmar Digital Nomad Visa
Myanmar offers the No dedicated digital nomad visa. Myanmar is currently under military rule (coup February 2021). Most Western governments advise against all travel. for non-resident remote workers and self-employed professionals. The program lets eligible applicants live in Myanmar for Tourist e-Visa: 28 days (extendable). Business visa: 70 days. while working remotely for clients or employers based outside the country.
Applicants typically need to demonstrate stable monthly income of at least the income required by the program, valid health insurance, and a clean criminal record. Check the official source for renewal options.
Tax-wise, Myanmar treats digital nomad visa holders distinctly from local residents — see the Taxes section below for the full picture.
Requirements & Eligibility
Income
No minimum income for tourist entry in normal circumstances. Country under military junta control — most consular services disrupted and entry conditions unpredictable.
Documents needed
- WARNING: Myanmar is currently unsafe for travel. Do not plan travel to Myanmar. In peacetime conditions: e-Visa application at evisa.moip.gov.mm
- valid passport
- hotel booking
- return flight.
How to Apply for the Myanmar DNV
Processing time: Myanmar e-Visa (when operational): 3–7 business days. Embassy visa: 5–10 business days. All processes are severely disrupted post-coup.
- 1IMPORTANT: Myanmar (Burma) has been under military junta (Tatmadaw) control since the coup of February 1,
- 2Ongoing armed conflict between the military and resistance forces throughout much of the country. The US Department of State, UK Foreign Office, EU governments, and Australian DFAT all advise DO NOT TRAVEL to Myanmar. FOR DIGITAL NOMADS: Travel to Myanmar is strongly inadvisable due to active armed conflict, civil unrest, unpredictable entry/exit conditions, arbitrary detention risks for foreigners, and severely disrupted internet and banking infrastructure. No digital nomad visa exists or is planned under current military government. Pre-coup (before February 2021), Yangon and Mandalay had small but growing nomad communities. Any future travel planning should be deferred until political stability is restored — monitor your government's travel advisory and ASEAN regional news.
Application fees: Tourist e-Visa: USD $50. Business e-Visa: USD $70.
Official sourceVisa Duration & Renewal
Initial duration: Tourist e-Visa: 28 days (extendable). Business visa: 70 days.
Renewal: Not guaranteed for this visa. Confirm renewal terms with the official source.
Taxes for Digital Nomads in Myanmar
Non-residents: taxed only on Myanmar-sourced income. Tax residency after 183 days. Progressive income tax up to 25%. Country under military rule — tax and financial systems are severely disrupted.