Myanmar visa for Thai citizens
A visa is NOT required for Thai passport holders visiting Myanmar for a short-term stay: 14 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Thai citizens to enter Myanmar for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 14 days |
| Evisa | Myanmar e-visa for Thai citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Myanmar visa on arrival for Thai citizens | Not Available | |
Myanmar tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Thai passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Myanmar.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Myanmar.
If you are looking for Myanmar visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Thailand, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Myanmar nearest your place of residence.
- Bangkok: The Embassy of Myanmar in Bangkok, Thailand (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 17 minutes)
- Chiang Mai: The Consulate General of Myanmar in Chiang Mai, Thailand (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 17 minutes)
Myanmar visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Myanmar diplomatic mission offices to Thailand for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Thailand traveling to Myanmar from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Thailand) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 61,079 | N/A |
| 2009 | 62,312 | 2.02% |
| 2010 | 63,546 | 1.98% |
| 2011 | 61,696 | -2.91% |
| 2012 | 94,342 | 52.91% |
| 2013 | 139,770 | 48.15% |
| 2014 | 198,229 | 41.83% |
| 2015 | 204,539 | 3.18% |
| 2016 | 243,443 | 19.02% |
| 2017 | 241,008 | -1.00% |
| 2018 | 248,311 | 3.03% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Myanmar & Thailand comparison
Myanmar's area is approximately 653,290 km2 (252,236 sq mi), while the area of Thailand is approximately 510,890 km2 (197,255 sq mi). This means Thailand is 27.87% smaller than Myanmar.
As of November 2025, Myanmar's population is ~56.2 million people - 14,439,949 fewer people than the population of Thailand.
We have highlighted Myanmar & Thailand’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Myanmar | Thailand | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 56,232,528 | 70,672,477 | 14.4 million fewer people live in Myanmar than Thailand |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 44 | 98 | Myanmar has 54 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Thailand. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 18 | 35 | Myanmar passport holders visit 17 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 43 | 144 | Myanmar hosts 101 fewer foreign missions than Thailand. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Thailand travel to Myanmar in one year?
The number of visitors from Thailand visiting Myanmar in 2018 was approximately 248,311.
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