ExploEntry rules · Myanmar → United Kingdom
Do Burmese citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Yes. Burmese citizens need to get a visa in advance for the United Kingdom.
- Entry rule
- Visa required
- Allowed stay
- Set by the permit
- Burmese passport
- 184th of 197 · 12 visa-free
Before you go
- You need a visa before you travel. Apply through the embassy or consulate, or the visa centre it names.
- Expect to provide documents such as your passport, a photo, an itinerary and proof of funds, and sometimes an invitation. Biometrics may be taken in person.
- Processing often takes several weeks. Apply early and avoid non-refundable tickets until the visa is approved.
- Pick the visa type that matches your purpose: tourism, business, transit or study.
See also: the six-month passport rule and visa-free, visa on arrival, eTA and e-Visa explained.
United Kingdom at a glance
- Capital
- London
- Currency
- British pound (£, GBP)
- Languages
- English
- Calling code
- +44
- Drives on the
- left
- Power plugs
- Type G · 230 V · 50 Hz
More: United Kingdom travel guide · is my passport valid long enough?
Right now in London
Next public holidays
Best time to visit United Kingdom
- J
- F
- M
- A
- M
- J
- J
- A
- S
- O
- N
- D
May–Sep. Longest, warmest days of the year.
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How other passports get into United Kingdom
- United StateseTA
- IndiaVisa required
- CanadaeTA
- AustraliaeTA
- GermanyVisa-free
- FranceVisa-free
- ItalyVisa-free
- SpainVisa-free
All passports for United Kingdom · Going the other way: British citizens to Myanmar
Questions
Do Burmese citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Yes. Burmese citizens need to get a visa in advance for the United Kingdom.
How long can Burmese citizens stay in the United Kingdom?
The length of stay is set by the visa you receive, so check it when you apply. It is commonly 30 to 90 days for tourism, but it varies by country and permit type.
How do I apply for a United Kingdom visa?
Apply through the embassy or consulate of the destination, or the visa centre it names, usually with your passport, photo, itinerary and proof of funds. Start several weeks before you travel.
How long must my passport be valid for the United Kingdom?
Many countries want at least 3 to 6 months of validity beyond the day you leave, and some also ask for blank pages. Our data does not list the rule for each country, so confirm it with the official immigration site before you book.
How up to date is this information?
Entry rules come from the open Passport Index dataset by Ilya Ilyankou (MIT), last updated 18 February 2026. Governments change rules often, so treat this as a guide and check with the embassy or the official immigration site before you book.
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Get the appSource: Passport Index dataset by Ilya Ilyankou (MIT), updated 18 February 2026. Always check official rules before you travel.