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The Australian Embassy is located in Vantage Tower.
Vantage Tower, 623 Pyay Road, Yangon, Myanmar +95 1 230 7410
www.myanmar.embassy.gov.au
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Consular Information for Australians
Read Travel Advice at: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/myanmar
Register with the Embassy
We encourage you to register with the Australian Embassy. You can register using the following link: covid19.dfat.gov.au.
Please register with us even if you intend to stay in Myanmar.
Flights to Australia
Yangon International Airport (YIA) remains open. Flight cancellations and rescheduling remain frequent. Seats may become available at short notice through airlines directly.
Singapore Airlines has flights from Yangon to Singapore every Wednesday and Friday. The best way to book seats to Australia via the Singapore Airlines office in Yangon. Please see contact details below.
There are also flights regular flights to Kuala Lumpur with Myanmar Airways International (MAI). Flights onwards to Australia are very limited.
Another reliable path from Yangon to Australia is through Seoul and Doha using Myanmar Airway International/Korean Air to Seoul and Qatar Airways from Seoul to Australia. Seats onward to Australia is also very limited.
Myanmar National Airlines (MNA) run relief flights to regional hubs and Australia. Contact MNA directly for updates and tickets and follow MNA of Facebook.
If you are stranded and in genuine financial distress you can apply for a flight loan from DFAT which means you only need to pay AUD 750 a ticket to Australia (as a loan). You can also apply for COVID-19 financial assistance from the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs to cover living costs while you wait for your return flight. See details at
You should also follow travel providers on Facebook and visit their website for the latest updates.
Book with airlines directly and give the travel agent a copy of your passport photo page so they can quickly book a seat for you.
Check transit rules such as Singapore Airport and pre-travel requirements (e.g. COVID test) before booking tickets. You can check transit rules at: iata.org/en/programs/safety/health/diseases/government-measures-related-to-coronavirus.
Please travel with personal protective equipment - face masks, face shield and hand sanitizer for your travel.
You do not need a COVID testing when travelling from Myanmar to Australia.
Airline Contact Information
Singapore Airlines
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]
Singapore does not permit transit for all passengers, but does allow transit for travellers on Singapore Airlines, Silk Air and Scoot flights. Please see details at:
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
Asiana Airlines Website: flyasiana.com
Korean Air Website: koreanair.com
Qatar Airways Website: qatarairways.com
Travel Agents
Sunfar Travel
- Phone: Aung Kyaw Htin Ko +95 9788879995
- Email: [email protected]
- Facebook: facebook.com/sunfartravel
Myanmar 1st Hand
- Whatsapp: +95 9254340641
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: myanmar1sthand.com
Columbus Travel
- Phone: +95 1229245
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: travelmyanmar.com
- Facebook: facebook.com/columbustravelsandtours
If you need help finding affordable accommodation email us at [email protected] We have a list of some affordable options.
For Australians remaining in Myanmar
For Australians remaining in Myanmar, be ready to shelter-in-place; have essential supplies and funds. Maintain heightened security awareness, register with DFAT, monitor the media, and keep in close contact with friends and family.
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 continue.
Staying safe when there are demonstrations or civil unrest
Protest activity is widespread 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 quarantines, 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.
Australian Passports
Please check the validity of your passport.
Current delays to postal services in Myanmar are impacting delivery times for full validity passports. The Embassy will continue to accept applications but cannot guarantee delivery within 15 day timeframe. As an alternative, clients may wish to apply for an Emergency passport which can be issued locally within 2 business days. The Embassy will provide passport services to clients by appointment only. For enquiries or to make an appointment, please email [email protected]
Detailed passport information is available at passports.gov.au.
Living Overseas
Make plans (medical and supplies) to stay at home for an extended period. Follow the advice of local authorities and minimise your risk of exposure to COVID-19. Stay in touch with family and friends so they know you're safe.
See Smartraveller.gov.au for details.
Australians who can’t get home please read:
Australians wishing to remain overseas please read:
Communications
Power cuts and communications interruptions are being reported throughout the country, and more may follow. Stay in touch with family and friends so they know you're safe.
Money/Financial Assistance
Money may be difficulty to access. Ensure you have enough cash on hand should shortages and disruptions in banking persist. Please ensure you can access enough cash to cover current and future costs. You should have both Myanmar currency (Kyat or MMK) and USD.
If you are stranded and in genuine financial distress you can apply for COVID-19 flight loan from DFAT which means you only need to pay AUD 750 a ticket to Australia. You can also apply for COVID-19 financial assistance from the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs to cover living costs while you wait for your return flight. See details at https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/COVID-19/COVID-19-overseas-financial-assistance.
If you are eligible for assistance through Services Australia please visit their website:
- servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/subjects/affected-coronavirus-covid-19
- servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/topics/payments-while-outside-australia/31226.
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.
You may be required to get a letter from the Embassy to extend a tourist visa. Make an appointment by emailing [email protected]
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 you will be quarantined in a local facility possibly for an extended period.
These facilities may be below the standard of facilities in Australia. You can request approval to quarantine at a hotel (at your cost) based on your health condition.
If you are quarantined email the embassy at [email protected] or call the Embassy on +95 12307410.
Pre-travel COVID Testing
From 10/2/21, you do not need a COVID testing when travelling from Myanmar to Australia. Please see Australian entry details at:
- www.smartraveller.gov.au/news-and-updates/update-new-measures-return-australia
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) FAQs for international travellers to Australia | Australian Government Department of Health.
COVID testing may be available at (subject to staffing there):
- nhlmyanmar.gov.mm - National Health Laboratory - No. 35, Hmaw Kun Daik Street, Dagon Township, Yangon
- Airport Cargo Warehouse at YIA, N Health, Pun Hlaing Hospital, and Samitivej International Clinic continue to offer COVID-19 tests for international travel.
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 also insurance accepted by some private clinics operating in Myanmar:
- smartraveller.gov.au/before-you-go/the-basics/insurance#health
- choice.com.au/money/insurance/health
- pacificprime.com/
- samitivejhospitals.com/patient-resources/preparing-for-your-visit/insurance/international-insurance-list/
- bumrungrad.com/en/patient-services/insurance-we-accept
- facebook.com/sosclinicyangon.
Visas and entry into Australia
All travellers to Australia should complete the Australia Travel Declaration at least 72 hours before departing. Complete the online form at:
Australian citizens and permanent residents can enter Australia. All others need a valid visa and have specific travel permission from Home Affairs. Details are available at:
Quarantine arrangements are in place across Australia. For state and territory details read:
Medical
Medical facilities in Myanmar are extremely limited, particularly outside Yangon.
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 also insurance accepted by some private clinics operating in Myanmar:
- smartraveller.gov.au/before-you-go/the-basics/insurance#health
- choice.com.au/money/insurance/health
- pacificprime.com/
- samitivejhospitals.com/patient-resources/preparing-for-your-visit/insurance/international-insurance-list/
- bumrungrad.com/en/patient-services/insurance-we-accept
- facebook.com/sosclinicyangon.
Contacting the Embassy
The Embassy will continue to assist Australians in Myanmar. We are operating by appointment, unless it is an emergency.
We want to keep in contact with each and every one of you. Email us and we can set up an appointment to discuss any problems you may be facing.
You can still email or call us. The Embassy’s reception email is [email protected] and our consular inbox is [email protected]. The Embassy's switchboard number is +95 12307410.
If you need to contact us urgently use Australia’s Global Emergency Consular Hotline number is +61(2) 6261 3305. International calling rates may apply. Check with your phone carrier for international voice call charges before making international calls
Follow the Australian Embassy in Myanmar on Facebook: facebook.com/AusEmbMyr.
Subscribe to the Smartraveller Myanmar Travel Advice: smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/myanmar.
Feeling stressed or anxious?
We know this is a difficult time and the Australian Embassy will be here to help.
Australia’s Head to Health provides resources and support contacts to help deal with the stress and anxiety of the situation. Please visit:
Beyond Blue also had a range of information to keep you up to date and connected to others:
If you need counselling services while overseas, contact the Australian Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 and ask to speak to a Lifeline telephone counsellor.
Information on COVID
Following are more web links with official Myanmar and Australian information.
Australian Embassy Myanmar:
Myanmar Ministry of Health and Sports (MoHS):
mohs.gov.mm/Main/content/publication/2019-ncov
World Health Organization Myanmar:
Australian Department of Health on COVID-19:
- health.gov.au/news/health-alerts/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert
- healthdirect.gov.au/coronavirus
COVID Vaccinations
Australia’s COVID-19 vaccinations will be rolled out domestically to people in Australia. The vaccinations will only be available in Australia. You should consult your local health professional for advice on vaccine options, including assistance that may be available locally. Further information on COVID vaccinations is available at the following link:
Australia Awards scholarships 2021 intake
Applications for the 2021 intake Australia Awards Scholarships closed on 30 June 2020 (11:59pm Canberra time / 8:29pm Yangon time).
Interviews for the 2021 intake will be held in 2021. The applicants will receive notification of the outcome of their application.
Apply online through the OASIS system: http://oasis.dfat.gov.au. Please note that the OASIS system operates best on Internet Explorer.
Australia Awards Myanmar scholarships are for Masters-level study in Australia. In Myanmar, applicants are required to be 25 years or older at 30 April 2020. Applicants are also required to have a minimum of 2 years of work experience.
Australia Awards scholarships are prestigious international awards offered by the Australian Government to the next generation of global leaders for development. Through study and research, recipients develop the skills and knowledge to drive change and help build enduring people-to-people links with Australia.
Applicants are assessed on their professional and personal qualities, academic competence and, most importantly, their potential to positively influence Myanmar’s development.
For more information:
Country Profile 2020: click here
Sample application form (pdf): click here
Sample application form (doc): click here
Referee report template: click here
Scholarships Policy Handbook: https://dfat.gov.au/about-us/publications/Documents/aus-awards-scholarships-policy-handbook.pdf
Media Release on Myanmar and the Rohingya crisis - 23 October 2018
The recent UN Fact-Finding Mission found that war crimes, crimes against humanity, and likely genocide had occurred in Rakhine State.
In response, the Government of Australia has decided to impose targeted financial sanctions and travel bans against five Myanmar military officers responsible for human rights violations committed by units under their command.
Australia will continue to support the humanitarian needs of those affected, and to work with Myanmar and our partners in the region to encourage efforts towards a long term and durable solution to the crisis.
Media enquiries should be directed to [email protected].
Media release: Myanmar and the Rohingya crisis, 23 October 2018
BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP PLATFORM JOINT PRESS RELEASE - 27 November 2017
STATEMENT ON THE DIPLOMATIC TRIP TO NOTHERN RAKHINE - 2 October 2017
Humanitarian assistance for Myanmar and Bangladesh - 9 September 2017
Australia is deeply concerned by the escalating violence in Rakhine State in Myanmar and the resulting humanitarian crisis in Myanmar and Bangladesh.
We call for restraint by the Myanmar authorities, for the protection of civilians, and for unfettered access to be granted to humanitarian workers.
We recognise the heavy burden placed on Bangladesh as a result of the conflict. The United Nations estimates that over 270,000 people have now crossed the border in order to escape violence in Rakhine State.
Australia will provide up to $5 million to help respond to the crisis. Our assistance will contribute to life-saving food being provided to up to 300,000 people.
Australian support in Bangladesh will be provided through the World Food Programme and the International Organisation for Migration. In Myanmar, Australia will work with the Red Cross movement to reach those affected by the conflict.
This funding will bring Australia’s assistance for Rohingya and affected communities in Myanmar and Bangladesh to over $50 million since 2012.
Australian Government statement on the situation in Rakhine State - 5 September 2017
Australia is deeply concerned by the escalation in violence in Rakhine State, including disturbing reports that civilians have been targeted and villages burned down.
We acknowledge Myanmar is dealing with a serious security challenge in Rakhine State following attacks on government forces on 25 August, which have been claimed by the Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army. We condemn all such violent attacks.
We urge all sides to exercise restraint and respect human rights. We reiterate our call for proportionality, the protection of civilians and an end to the use of violence.
We welcome the Government of Myanmar’s commitment to ensure that humanitarian assistance reaches all communities in need and without putting people at further risk. Aid needs to flow quickly to vulnerable communities.
The events in Rakhine State underscore the urgency of implementing the recommendations of the Advisory Commission on Rakhine State as fully and quickly as possible. Australia stands ready to support Myanmar’s efforts in this regard.
Australian Embassy statement on situation in Rakhine State - 29 August 2017
Australia strongly condemns the attacks against government security forces in northern Rakhine State. We offer our condolences to the victims and their families. Appropriate measures to bring the perpetrators to account should be taken. Violence will only worsen the many development, human rights and security challenges facing Rakhine State.
We urge respect for law and order and an end to the use of violence. It is important that civilian populations of all communities are protected and that all responses are proportional.
Violence is not the solution to Rakhine State’s challenges. Recent developments underline the need for long-term solutions. We have commended the Government of Myanmar for establishing the Advisory Commission on Rakhine State and we welcome its commitment to implement the Commission’s recommendations to the fullest extent and within the shortest timeframe possible. We support these efforts to restore stability, peace and hope to all people in Rakhine State.
MEDIA RELEASE - Friday 2 September 2016:
More Australian students to study in Myanmar
85 Australian undergraduate students will study and undertake work placements in Myanmar in 2017 through the Australian Government’s flagship New Colombo Plan education program.
“Students from five Australian universities will study a broad range of subjects including community legal education, architecture and political economy” said Ambassador Nicholas Coppel, Australian Embassy Yangon.
“New Colombo Plan mobility students will return to Australia with new insights and understanding about Myanmar and new friendships that will last a lifetime,” Ambassador Coppel said.
New Colombo Plan 2017 mobility projects in Myanmar will see Australian students visiting Yangon Technological University and University of Yangon. Students will study in the fields of architectural design, legal English, and Myanmar’s Political Economy.
“These are exciting projects that demonstrate the many opportunities for Australian students to deepen their academic and life experiences through study and work placements in Myanmar”, Ambassador Coppel said.
The New Colombo Plan is an initiative of the Australian Government to lift knowledge of the Indo-Pacific by supporting Australian undergraduate students to study and undertake internships in the region.
For more information on the New Colombo Plan, visit www.dfat.gov.au/new-colombo-plan or follow @NewColomboPlan
Official Facebook page of the Australian Embassy in Myanmar
The Australian Embassy in Myanmar now has an official Facebook page. Like, Share and Comment with us at https://www.facebook.com/AusEmbMyr.
Humanitarian assistance to Myanmar
The Australian Government will deploy a package of humanitarian relief supplies to those displaced by flooding and landslides in Myanmar following Cyclone Komen.
In partnership with the Myanmar Government, Australian non-government organisations and the United Nations, Australia will provide family kits comprising kitchen sets, bedding, clothing, mosquito nets, hygiene kits and school supplies.
This assistance builds on the $2 million package announced on 5 August and brings Australia’s total contribution to $3 million in response to a request from the Government of Myanmar.
Australia will work with Save the Children, CARE Australia and UN partners to provide 300,000 people with temporary shelter, safe drinking water and health care. We are also supporting emergency reproductive health services for those impacted by the natural disaster.
The Australian Government will continue to work closely with the Myanmar Government and partners to ensure that our humanitarian assistance is meeting the needs of the most affected communities.
Media release: Additional humanitarian assistance to Myanmar, 7 August 2015
Media release: Humanitarian assistance to Myanmar, 5 August 2015
Implementation of Australian Visa Application Centre (AVAC)
From 18 May 2015 applications for visas to Australia will need to be lodged at the Australian Visa Application Centre (AVAC), Yangon. See Implementation of AVAC.
