Here you will find important tips and useful information for .
in Swiss francs (CHF)
For ATM cash withdrawals
For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online
in US Dollar (USD)
Change cash in local currency
Local currency / ISO Code
Kyat MMK
Credit cards are rarely accepted. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
+ 5 h / + 4 h during our summer time
Official language
Myanmar (Burmese)
Language capabilities
English
Naypyidaw
220/230 volt / adapter required
Passport still valid 6 months or more after end of stay with visa, return or onward travel ticket and sufficient funds for stays up to 28 days.
Find out in advance about the documents necessary to obtain a visa.
Embassy of Switzerland
No. 11, Kabaung Lane, 5 ½ mile, Pyay Road, Hlaing Township, Yangon, Myanmar
Tel: +95 1 534754 / +95 1 512873 / +95 1 507089
Rental cars available only with driver.
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Risk of dengue fever.
Year-round risk of malaria in areas below 1'000 m, especially in the border areas to Thailand.
Local medical care is virtually non-existent.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Banks
9.30 - 15.00 h (Mon - Fri)
Stores
9.30 - 21.00 h (Mon - Sat)
Security
Contact local tourist information point to find out if planned destinations are accessible.
Travel to the border areas with Thailand, India, China and Bangladesh is not advised.
Special legal regulations
Photographing persons wearing an uniform, military installations and public buildings (airports, bridges etc.) is prohibited.
Severe penalties for violations of drug laws (up to life imprisonment/death penalty).
Myanmar is a Buddhist country. Please observe local customs for dress code and conduct.
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