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Burmese Meditation Visa

For visitors coming to Myanmar to practise meditation at a recognised centre or monastery, this category supports those pursuing a spiritual or contemplative stay.

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Meditation visa fee, permitted stay and validity 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.
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Official name
Meditation Visa
Route type
Visitor / religious study
Sponsorship
Invitation from a recognised meditation centre or monastery
Maximum stay
Up to 70 days
Validity for entry
3 months from date of issue
Number of entries
Single entry (longer multiple-entry religious visas may be arranged for extended courses)
Cost
Set by the issuing mission (e.g. EUR 50 in Paris)
Fee varies by country - verify before applying.
Where to apply
Myanmar embassy or consulate

Who it is for

  • Foreigners attending a meditation retreat or course at a recognised centre.
  • Those invited or sponsored by a monastery or meditation organisation.

How to apply

  • Obtain an invitation or sponsorship letter from the meditation centre.
  • Apply at a Myanmar embassy or consulate with the invitation and passport.
  • Follow any extension procedures if staying for a longer course.

Requirements

  • A sponsorship, recommendation or acceptance letter from the Myanmar meditation centre, monastery or Sayadaw, with the centre's contact details.
  • A passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 3 blank pages.
  • Two completed religious/meditation visa application forms.
  • Two recent passport-size colour biometric photos with a white background.
  • A brief CV and a copy of your air ticket, where the mission requests them.
  • The stay is stamped on arrival - the 3-month validity is the window to enter, not the length of stay.

Documents you may need

  • Passport (6+ months validity, 3 blank pages)
  • Sponsorship/acceptance letter from the meditation centre or monastery
  • Two completed application forms
  • Two biometric colour photos, white background
  • Brief CV
  • Copy of air ticket

Frequently asked questions

  • No. The 3-month period is the window in which you must enter Myanmar. Your permitted stay - up to 70 days - is stamped into your passport when you arrive.

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.

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