Family visas
Burmese Social Visit Visa
For foreigners visiting family or relatives in Myanmar, including spouses and dependants of residents, this visa supports personal and family visits.
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Under review — check current rules
Social visit visa fee, validity, permitted stay and extension rules are not confirmed from the official portal in this research; verify with a Myanmar embassy.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Myanmar government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Social Visit Visa
- Route type
- Family / visiting relatives
- Sponsorship
- Family member or host in Myanmar
- Maximum stay
- Up to 70 days
- Validity for entry
- 3 months from date of issue
- Number of entries
- Single entry
- Cost
- Set by the issuing mission (e.g. EUR 50 / GBP 45)
- Fee varies by country - verify before applying.
- Where to apply
- Myanmar embassy or consulate
Who it is for
- Spouses, partners and dependants of Myanmar nationals or residents.
- Foreigners visiting family or relatives living in Myanmar.
How to apply
- Obtain an invitation or sponsorship from the family member in Myanmar.
- Apply for the social visit visa at a Myanmar embassy with proof of relationship.
- Extend the stay through immigration if a longer visit is needed.
Requirements
- An invitation or sponsor letter from a guarantor residing in Myanmar, giving the sponsor's name, full address and the purpose of the visit.
- A passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 3 blank pages.
- Two completed social visit visa application forms.
- Two recent passport-size colour biometric photos with a white background.
- The 3-month validity is the window to enter Myanmar; the stay of up to 70 days is granted on arrival.
Documents you may need
- Passport (6+ months validity, 3 blank pages)
- Two completed application forms
- Two biometric colour photos, white background
- Invitation/sponsor letter from a guarantor in Myanmar
- Sponsor's name, address and purpose of visit
Frequently asked questions
A guarantor residing in Myanmar - typically a relative or host - who provides an invitation letter with their name, full address and the purpose of your visit.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.