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Myanmar resumes issuance of tourist visas

Myanmar resumes issuance of tourist visas

After several days of suspension following the devastating March 28 earthquake, Myanmar has announced that it will resume issuing tourist visas starting April 22, 2025. On March 28, 2025, a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, resulting in over 3,000 deaths, more than 5,000 injuries, and widespread disruption to essential services.

Myanmar earthquake: tourist visas suspended

Myanmar earthquake: tourist visas suspended

The Burmese government has announced the temporary suspension of tourist visa applications following the violent earthquake that struck the country on March 28. While humanitarian aid is struggling to reach the affected areas, the country is putting its fragile tourism recovery on hold. On March 28, 2025, a powerful 7.7-magnitude

Myanmar officially lifts COVID-19 travel restrictions

Myanmar officially lifts COVID-19 travel restrictions

It’s official: Myanmar no longer imposes entry health measures related to COVID-19. Although minimal, these measures have now been officially removed. The last remaining travel restrictions applied by Myanmar were lifted on July 8, 2024. “Due to the efforts to increase COVID-19 vaccination coverage worldwide, including in Myanmar, and the