Australian Embassy
Myanmar

Information for Australians

Information for Australians

Travel Advice

The latest travel advice for Myanmar is available via the link below:

www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/myanmar

Register with the Australian Embassy in Yangon

For Australians that remain in Myanmar, you may wish to register your details with us. If you would like to register, just send an email with your name and contact details to [email protected] or call us on +95 12307410 between 08:00am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday. 

Pre-travel COVID Testing

Some countries may require you to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test as part of entry or transit requirements.  Please check travel requirements with the airline prior to travel or you may not be allowed to board the aircraft. You can check transit requirements such as transit airports and pre-travel requirements (e.g., COVID-19 testing, transit procedures etc) at:  

If you require a COVID-19 test prior to travel, COVID testing may be available at (subject to staffing):

  • International SOS Clinic – Inya Lake Hotel, 37 Kaba Aye Pagoda, Yangon
  • National Health Laboratory - No. 35, Hmaw Kun Daik Street, Dagon Township, Yangon
  • Pun Hlaing Hospital, Pun Hlaing Estate Avenue, Hlaing Tharyar Township and No. 14/A Taw Win Street, Dagon Township
  • Samitivej International Clinic - 9E/2.Kabar Aye Pagoda Road,Ward No.(7), Mayangone Township
  • Yangon Airport Molecular Lab - Aircargo Terminal, Near the Htan Pin Kone Bustation, Pyay Road, Mingalardon Township

Visas and entry into Australia

Please visit the Department of Home Affairs for information on Australia's immigration and border arrangements. This provides information on current travel restrictions, information for vaccinated and unvaccinated travellers and guidance on visa requirements.

Myanmar Citizens require a valid visa to enter Australia. You can use the Visa Finder on the Department of Home Affairs website to explore visa options.

Travel to Australia

Yangon International Airport (YIA) is open with regular commercial flights available through multiple airlines.

Daily flights operate to Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok with onward connections to major cities in Australia.

You can follow travel providers on Facebook or visit their website directly for updates on flight schedules and travel requirements.

All travellers should check pre-travel requirements (e.g. COVID-19 testing, transit procedures etc) before booking tickets. Please check: IATA - Travelers Questions.

Please travel with personal protective equipment, e.g. face masks, face shield and hand sanitizer.  Some airlines may require some or all of these as part of their mandatory boarding requirements.

Getting vaccinated overseas

The Australian Government can’t provide advice on the safety, quality and efficacy of vaccines that have been approved for use outside of Australia’s regulatory process. You should consult your local health professional for advice on vaccine options, including assistance that may be available locally.

For further information on COVID-19 travel requirements, including registering a vaccination received overseas, and travelling with children, please visit: COVID-19 vaccinations | Smartraveller

Airline Contact Information

Singapore Airlines

Address: #09-01, Junction City Tower
No. 3/A, Corner of Bogyoke Aung San Road and 27th St
Pabedan Township, Yangon
Myanmar

Website: www.singaporeair.com

Email: [email protected]

Contact Number:
·         +959 446 447 004
·         +959 446 447 005

Please be aware phone lines may be busy for long periods. If you are unable to speak to someone over the phone, please email [email protected].

 

Myanmar Airways International (MAI)

Website: maiair.com

MAI Facebook: facebook.com/8Mofficial

 

Myanmar National Airways

Website: www.flymna.com

MNA Facebook: facebook.com/MyanmarNationalAirlines

 

Other Airlines

China Southern Airlines: China Southern Airlines - Online Ticket Ordering System (csair.com)

China Eastern Airlines: China Eastern Airline-US Official Siteļ¼šAirline Tickets & Travel Deals (ceair.com)

Air China: Welcome to Airchina!

Air India: Air India

Thai Airways International: www.thaiairways.com

Thai Smile Airways: www.thaismileair.com

Air Asia: airasia.com

Korean Air Website: koreanair.com

Malaysia Airlines: malaysiaairlines.com

 

Travel Agents

Sunfar Travel

  • Group Email address: [email protected] 
  • Provide services : International Air Ticketing, Domestic Air Ticketing, Hotel Reservation, Car Rental services
  • Contact persons: Phyu Win Lwin ( 01-8398456, 095059922)                       
  •  Aung Kyaw Htin Ko (+95 9788879995, +95 9421162226)
  • Facebook www.facebook.com/sunfartravel

Sun Far Travels & Tours Co., Ltd.
Head Office.
No. 29/31, Ground Floor, 38th Street, Kyauktada Township,
Yangon, Myanmar.

Tel               : (+95-1) 243993 (Hunt Line)
Direct Line  : (+95-1) 8398456
Fax              : (+95-1) 246318
 

Columbus Travel

Travelling with Pets

Pets such as dogs, cats and household birds may be approved to travel on certain flights if they have valid health and vaccination certificates, entry permits, and/or any other documents required by countries of entry or transit. The following airlines may allow pets to travel, pending they meet certain criteria:

Singapore Airlines: Travelling with pets (singaporeair.com)

Korean Air: Flying With Pets | Korean Air

In all instances of pet travel please confirm details directly with airlines as pet travel policies may be subject to change at short notice.

If you are looking to travel to Australia with a pet, please check Australian animal quarantine requirements prior to travel: Bringing cats and dogs to Australia - Department of Agriculture 

For Australians remaining in Myanmar

For Australians remaining in Myanmar, you should always be ready to shelter-in-place; have essential supplies and funds. Maintain heightened security awareness, monitor the media, and keep in close contact with family and friends.

Shelter-in-place preparation can include:

  • Have a plan/schedule to maintain communication with family/friends.
  • Ensure you have enough food, water, cash, and other essentials to last you for two weeks.
  • Prepare essential items for travel.
  • Make sure your passport is still valid. Many countries require at least 6 months validity for entry or transit.
  • Have emergency contacts information with you.
  • Please plan to have a sufficient stock of food for up to two weeks in the event shop closures occur unexpectedly.

Services Australia (Centrelink, Pensions, Social Security and Medicare)

Consular staff are unable to provide information on Centrelink, pensions, social security or Medicare. Please contact Service Australia directly if you wish to discuss their range of payments and services.

Tel: 001 800 611 4136 (international free call number) or +61 3 6222 3455 - Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm Australian Eastern Standard Time

Website: www.servicesaustralia.gov.au

Extending your Myanmar Visa

The Myanmar Immigration Office can assist with extending your visa. You may need a letter from your employer or sponsoring organisation. The Office’s details are:

  • Address: No.188, Pansodan Street, (Middle Block), Kyauktada Township, Yangon.
  • Telephone: +95 (0) 1 372903 / +95 (0) 1 378948.

The Embassy has a small list of visa agents that may be able to assist. We make no claim about the quality of these agents. Please email us for information.

Quarantine in Myanmar

If you are suspected of having COVID-19 you may be quarantined in a local facility, possibly for an extended period, under the direction of the Ministry of Health and Sports.

These facilities may be below the standard of facilities in Australia. In some limited circumstances you may be able to request approval to quarantine at a hotel (at your cost) based on your health condition.

If you are quarantined you can email the embassy at [email protected] or call the Embassy on +95 12307410 to let us know.

Staying safe when there are demonstrations or civil unrest

Protest activity continues to be widespread in many forms with security services responding, there have been fatalities and injuries. 

Authorities may consider you a protester just for being nearby, watching or taking photos. Even if you didn’t participate. Don't get involved in protests. Even if you support or agree with the demonstrators. You could be injured, arrested or jailed. Even peaceful protests can quickly turn violent. Riot police may cordon off roads.

Ultimately, it is up to you to decide whether to remain in your current location. The Australian Government can't make decisions for you when there's unrest. See further details at: https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/before-you-go/safety/demonstrations

Travel and curfew

Movement restrictions, including stay-at-home orders, curfews and quarantine, may be imposed at short notice. Monitor the media closely.

Be aware that during major unrest, it may be difficult to get flights out.

  • Airlines often cancel flights in and out of destinations affected by civil unrest. Especially if there's increased activity at or near the airport.
  • Even if airlines haven't cancelled flights, tickets may be in short supply and in high demand.  If you can get a ticket, it may be much more expensive than usual.

Communications

Power cuts and communications interruptions are being reported throughout the country. Stay in contact with family and friends so they know you're safe.

Money/Financial Assistance

Money may be difficult to access. Ensure you have enough cash on hand should shortages and banking disruptions persist. Please ensure you can access enough cash to cover current and future costs. You should have both Myanmar Kyat (MMK) and USD.

Medical

Medical facilities in Myanmar are extremely limited, particularly outside Yangon. Major private hospitals in Yangon and Mandalay remain open. Ensure you have stocks of any medical supplies and medications you may need.

We strongly recommend you take out medical coverage to ensure access to medical services while you are in Myanmar.

Below are links that give guidance on options, brokers and insurance accepted by some private clinics operating in Myanmar:

Australians planning to travel to Myanmar

Myanmar is currently a Do No Travel destination due to the ongoing civil unrest and armed conflict.

All Australians planning to travel to Myanmar should contact their local Myanmar Embassy to seek advice on travel arrangements and to submit a visa application.