Myanmar Visa for Philippines Passport Holders

Philippinespassport Myanmardestination

Visa-Free entry ApprovalHigh Transit visaNo

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Philippines passport holders: Visa-Free entry for Myanmar. No visa fee. Processing: On arrival / 3-5 working days (eVisa). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

ASEAN member — VISA-FREE entry for Filipinos for 14 days as Tourist! eVisa also available for longer stays. DFA Level 3 advisory — military coup (2021), ongoing civil conflict + Filipino-trafficking-to-Myanmar-scam-centers crisis (2022-2024) major concern.

Visa types: Visa-free entry (Tourist 14 days, ASEAN); eVisa (Tourist 28 days, Business 70 days, longer stays); Tourist Visa (embassy); Business Visa; Work Visa; Student; Family; Transit; Diplomatic.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)Free (14-day Tourist visa-free)

In USDUSD 0

In PHPPHP 0

Minimum bank balanceUSD 50/day

Stay & validity

Validity: N/A. Max Stay: 14 days visa-free.

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority

How to apply

MethodVisa-free at port of entry / eVisa portal / Myanmar Embassy Manila (direct mission)

Application centreVisa-Free

Processing timeOn arrival / 3-5 working days (eVisa)

AppointmentNo

InterviewNo

Urgent processingN/A

Requirements

Bank Statement Recommended Recommended (USD 50/day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes Yes (govt-approved)

Sponsor Doc Conditional

Invitation Letter Yes Yes (Business)

Vaccination Conditional Yellow Fever if from endemic area

Travel Insurance Recommended

Biometrics No

Police Clearance No No (short-stay)

Employment Letter Recommended

Passport & photo

Passport validity6+ months

Photo size35 × 45 mm · White bg

Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); For visa-free: return ticket + hotel + funds; For longer stays via eVisa: online application + digital photo; Bank statement (USD 50/day); Travel insurance; PSA Birth Certificate; PhilSys ID; Yellow Fever cert if from endemic area; For Business: Myanmar entity invitation; Some restricted zones require special permits (Rakhine, Kachin, Shan states).

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Visa-Free Free On arrival / 3-5 working days (eVisa)

Common rejection reasons

Common PH entry issues (LOW for visa-free but MAJOR DFA concern): (1) CYBER-SCAM RECRUITMENT CRISIS — Filipinos trafficked to Myanmar (especially Myawaddy region) for online scam centers (2022-2024); DMW + DFA issued strong advisory; NAIA offloading risk INCREASED for Myanmar travel; (2) Post-coup processing instability; (3) Sanctions implications affect financial documentation; (4) Internet shutdown affects eVisa portal occasionally; (5) Restricted zone permits often denied; (6) Past Myanmar travel during instability flagged; (7) Suspicious itineraries (Yangon to Mae Sot/Myawaddy border) heavily scrutinized; (8) Direct embassy in Manila.

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, 4th Floor ALPAP I Building, 140 L.P. Leviste Street, Salcedo Village, Makati City, Philippines

Phone+63 2 8893 1944

Emailmemanila@mofa.gov.mm

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceMedium

Last verified2026-05-15

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Myanmar visa FAQ for Philippines passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Myanmar with a Philippines passport?

Philippines passport holders can visit Myanmar visa-free for short stays. Apply via Visa-free at port of entry / eVisa portal / Myanmar Embassy Manila (direct mission).

How much does a Myanmar visa cost for Philippines passport holders?

There is no visa fee for Myanmar. An arrival card, tourist tax or service charge may still apply.

How long does it take to get a Myanmar visa?

Typical processing for a Myanmar visa is On arrival / 3-5 working days (eVisa). Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Myanmar on this visa?

A Myanmar visa for Philippines passport holders typically allows a stay of Validity: N/A. Max Stay: 14 days visa-free.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Myanmar visa from Philippines?

Apply for your Myanmar visa via Visa-free at port of entry / eVisa portal / Myanmar Embassy Manila (direct mission). Your passport should be valid 6+ months.