Can tourists visit Myanmar in 2025?

Yes, but only to limited areas (Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay, Inle Lake). Tourist e-Visa resumed Oct 2024. Many Western governments still advise against all travel.

Is it safe to travel to Myanmar now?

The four main tourist sites are generally calm and controlled by the military. Conflict continues in border regions (Shan, Kachin, Kayin, Rakhine). Avoid all border areas.

How to get a Myanmar visa in 2025?

Tourist e-Visa ($50, 28 days) available online via official portal. Processed in 3–7 days. Visa-on-arrival not reliable.

Who controls Myanmar now?

State Administration Council (SAC) military junta led by Senior General Min Aung Hlaing since the February 2021 coup.

Can foreigners invest in Myanmar now?

New foreign investment almost frozen since 2021. Most Western companies have exited or suspended operations. High risk.

Internet and SIM cards in Myanmar?

Ooredoo, MPT, Mytel, Atom. Tourist SIM available at Yangon airport. Frequent internet shutdowns in conflict areas.

Complete Guide to Myanmar (Burma): Visa, Travel, Investment & Important Facts (2025)

Realistic and up-to-date Complete Guide to Myanmar in 2025 – four years after the February 2021 military coup. Tourist e-Visa has resumed, the four main heritage sites (Yangon → Bagan → Mandalay → Inle Lake) remain accessible and relatively calm, but armed conflict continues in many states. This guide gives you the honest current situation for travelers and investors under the State Administration Council led by Senior General Min Aung Hlaing.

Myanmar in November 2025 – The Current Reality

Tourism slowly restarted in 2024. Only ~300,000 international visitors expected in 2025 (vs 4.7 million in 2019). The four classic destinations are open and controlled by the government. Most beach areas (Ngapali, Ngwe Saung) and conflict zones (Shan, Kayin, Rakhine, Kachin, Chin) remain off-limits or highly risky.

How to Get a Tourist Visa for Myanmar in 2025

Tourist e-Visa officially resumed October 2024
• Cost: $50
• Validity: 28 days (non-extendable)
• Apply: official evisa.moip.gov.mm portal only
• Processing: 3–7 days
• Entry ports: Yangon, Mandalay, Nay Pyi Taw airports + some land borders (limited)

Safe Areas for Tourists (Green Zones)

Yangon & around
Bagan & Mount Popa
Mandalay, Sagaing, Amarapura, Inwa
Inle Lake & Nyaungshwe
Nay Pyi Taw (capital)

Areas to Avoid Completely (Red Zones)

Most of Shan State (except Inle)
Kayin, Kayah, Rakhine, Chin, Kachin states
Sittwe, Mrauk U, Ngapali (closed)
All land border crossings except a few controlled ones

Shwedagon Pagoda – Still Open & Safe in Yangon

Investment & Business Climate 2025

New foreign investment has collapsed since 2021. Most Western firms (Telenor, Chevron, Total, Woodside, etc.) have exited. Banking system fragile, kyat highly volatile, internet & power unreliable outside Yangon. High political and sanctions risk.

Who Rules Myanmar?

State Administration Council (SAC) military junta
Chairman & de-facto leader: Senior General Min Aung Hlaing
No elections scheduled; “emergency” extended until at least 2026

How to Buy a SIM Card

Ooredoo, MPT, Mytel, Atom available at Yangon airport and official shops. Tourist SIM ~15,000–30,000 kyat. Frequent internet blackouts in conflict zones.

Practical Travel Tips for 2025

Bring plenty of pristine USD cash (new $100 bills only)
ATMs work in Yangon/Mandalay but rates poor
Domestic flights (Myanmar National Airlines, Air KBZ, Mann Yadanarpon) are the safest way between cities
Hotels and guides must be government-licensed
No travel insurance covers Myanmar for most policies

Start Planning – But Stay Flexible

Myanmar’s temples and people remain as magical as ever, but travel here in 2025 requires careful planning, flexibility, and acceptance of risk. Always check the latest FCDO / US State Department / your embassy advisories before booking.

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