Information for Visitors

Free Import
         (1) 2 cartons of cigarettes,1.5 lb of tobacco;
         (2) 2 bottles of liquor;
         (3) 1 pint bottle of perfume or Eau de Cologne;

Pets
         Passengers are allowed to bring their personal pets on condition that they are accompanied with health certificates.

Currencies
         Myanmar currency unit is "Kyat",made up of Pyas 100.Bank notes come in the following denominations:K1000,K500,K200,K100,K50,K20,
K15,K10,K5,K1.

Vaccination
         No vaccination certificate is required unless coming from an infected area.

Customs
         Foreigner and non-resident can bring into Myanmar any foreign currency not in excess of US $ 2,000, or its equivalent without making a declaration to the Customs on arrival. All foreign currencies, jewellery, electrical goods and cameras must be declared to the Customs at the airport. Exports of antique and archaeologically valuable items are prohibited. Only gems, jewellery and silverware purchased at the authorized shops are allowed to be taken out.

Foreign Exchange
         Foreign Independent Travelers (FITs) can exchange US $ 200. But for their convenience the Central Bank of Myanmar has issued Foreign Exchange Certificates (FECs) in Dollar Units. (for details, see Foreign Exchange Certificates). Foreign currencies must be change only at authorized Money Changes at the Airport, Hotels, Banks and Myanmar Travels and Tours Offices. American Express, Master and Visa Credit Cards are accepted.

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