NepalMyanmar: e-Visa

NepalMyanmar

Do Nepal passport holders need a visa for Myanmar?

e-Visa

Yes. Nepal passport holders need a visa for Myanmar, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: evisa.moip.gov.mm (checked September 4, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance1,251 km, straight line (~1h 58m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Myanmar17 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Myanmar passport holders visiting Nepal: Visa on arrival.

Myanmar drives on the right, the opposite side to Nepal. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Myanmar

Nepal passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Nepal passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Nepal passport holders need a visa for Myanmar?

Yes. Nepal passport holders need a visa for Myanmar, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How far is Myanmar from Nepal?

About 1,251 km in a straight line, roughly ~1h 58m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Myanmar?

Burmese kyat (MMK).

What is the emergency number in Myanmar?

191 / 192 / 199.

Does Myanmar drive on the same side of the road as Nepal?

Myanmar drives on the right, the opposite side to Nepal. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Myanmar in?

Yangon (UTC+6:30).

What is the nearest airport to Naypyidaw?

Mandalay International Airport (MDL), about 24 km away.

How many countries can enter Myanmar without a visa?

17 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Myanmar visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Nepal passport holders visit without a visa instead of Myanmar?

Laos, Cambodia, India, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Pakistan.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Nepal

Nepal, officially Federal Democratic of Republic Nepal is a landlocked country in South Asia. It is mainly situated in the Himalayas, but also includes parts of the Indo-Gangetic Plain. It borders the Tibet Autonomous Region of China to the north, and India to the south, east, and west, while it is narrowly separated from Bangladesh by the Siliguri Corridor, and from Bhutan by the Indian state of Sikkim. Nepal has a diverse geography, including fertile plains, subalpine forested hills, and eight of the world's ten highest mountains, including Mount Everest, the highest point above mean sea level on Earth. Kathmandu is the nation's capital and its largest city. Nepal is a multi-ethnic, multi-lingual, multi-religious, and multi-cultural sovereign state, with Nepali as the official language.

CapitalKathmandu

RegionSouthern Asia

Population29.6M

Area147,181 km²

CurrencyNepalese rupee (1 USD ≈ 152.29 NPR)

LanguagesNepali

Calling code+977

Drives on theleft

TimezoneKathmandu (UTC+5:45)

Nearest airportTribhuvan International Airport (KTM), 4 km

Emergency number100 / 101 / 102

UNESCO sites4

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$1,536 (2025)

Tourist arrivals230K (2020)

Climate in Kathmandu

Warmest August, coolest January, driest December, sunniest October. Best time to visit: October.

Monthly climate normals for Kathmandu, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	14.9°C	5.1°C	78mm	268h
February	17°C	6.5°C	42mm	292h
March	20.7°C	9.7°C	82mm	328h
April	23.2°C	12.8°C	146mm	317h
May	24°C	15.6°C	295mm	290h
June	25.3°C	18.9°C	660mm	213h
July	25.7°C	20.4°C	1179mm	170h
August	26.7°C	20.3°C	780mm	268h
September	25.7°C	19.3°C	469mm	220h
October	25.4°C	15.6°C	16mm	332h
November	21.7°C	9.3°C	5mm	290h
December	18.7°C	5.7°C	1mm	302h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Nepal is a landlocked country in the Himalayas of South Asia. It has eight of the world's 10 highest peaks, including Mount Everest, the world's tallest, on the border with Tibet, as well as Lumbini, the birthplace of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism. Once many small kingdoms, then united as a monarchy for two centuries, Nepal has been a republic since 2008.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Chitwan National Park
Kathmandu Valley
Lumbini
Sagarmatha National Park

Full source list on About.

About Myanmar

Myanmar, officially the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and also referred to as Burma, is a country in northwest Southeast Asia. It is the largest country by area in Mainland Southeast Asia and has a population of about 55 million. It is bordered by India and Bangladesh to the northwest, China to the northeast, Laos and Thailand to the east and southeast, and the Andaman Sea and the Bay of Bengal to the south and southwest. The country's capital city is Naypyidaw, while its largest city is Yangon.

CapitalNaypyidaw

RegionSouth-Eastern Asia

Population54.9M

Area676,578 km²

CurrencyBurmese kyat (1 USD ≈ 2096.44 MMK)

LanguagesBurmese

Calling code+95

Drives on theright

TimezoneYangon (UTC+6:30)

Nearest airportMandalay International Airport (MDL), 24 km

Emergency number191 / 192 / 199

UNESCO sites2

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$1,489 (2025)

Tourist arrivals903K (2020)

Climate in Naypyidaw

Warmest May, coolest January, driest February, sunniest May. Best time to visit: January, February, March, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Naypyidaw, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	27.4°C	16.6°C	19mm	307h
February	30.2°C	17.5°C	0mm	315h
March	35.3°C	21.9°C	0mm	345h
April	36.8°C	24.9°C	55mm	330h
May	36.1°C	26.8°C	162mm	375h
June	34.3°C	26.7°C	97mm	321h
July	34.6°C	26.5°C	205mm	315h
August	33°C	26°C	205mm	257h
September	34°C	26.3°C	195mm	275h
October	33.1°C	26°C	141mm	305h
November	30.9°C	21.2°C	58mm	316h
December	28.8°C	18.1°C	0mm	331h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Myanmar, or Burma is a country in Southeast Asia. The country features awe-inspiring ancient temples, lively local markets, and captivating landscapes, such as unspoiled beaches, picturesque hills, and verdant forests. The genuine warmth of the Burmese people, combined with delectable cuisine, creates an ideal destination for gastronomes and culture aficionados alike.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Bagan
Pyu Ancient Cities

Full source list on About.