The Coronavirus or Covid-19 is one of the World’s most serious pandemics throughout recorded history. 215 countries all over the world have suffered from this epidemic with over 16,400,000 cases and nearly 6,530,000 deaths. Myanmar is one of the Chinese neighboring countries where its people, economy, and lifestyle are extremely damaged.
Updated on 27/07/2020
Coronavirus (Covid-19) News & Update in Myanmar
| Total Cases | 350 |
| Deaths | 6 |
| Recovered Cases | 290 |
Entry Conditions in Myanmar
On the 28th of June, 2020, the Myanmar Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the temporary suspension of Visa on Arrival and E-visa for all countries will be extended to the 31st of July 2020. International flight restrictions to and from Yangon International Airport have been further extended to the 31st of July, 2020.
On the 28th of May, 2020, the Central Committee on Prevention, Control & Treatment on Covid-19 of Myanmar announced the regulations for foreign nationals traveling to Myanmar to follow if they are granted an entry visa (once applications are available as follows:
- Foreigners will have to fulfill a 21-day quarantine in their respective country before flying, another one-week facility quarantine after arriving in Myanmar, and finally one more week of home quarantine in Myanmar, before being cleared to work in the country.
- Foreigners will also need to provide evidence they are free from Covid-19 infection (medical certification provided by a doctor or hospital).
- Foreigners have completed the one week home quarantine before flying is also required, however it is unclear what type of proof would be requested.
Land Border Closure (until further declaration)
- Tamu-Moreh border gates (Myanmar – India)
- Tachileik – Myawaddy – Kawthaung – Htee Khee border gates (Myanmar – Thailand)
- Myanmar – Bangladesh border gates
- Myanmar – China border gates
- Myanmar – Laos border gates
Health Check in Myanmar
Health screening and temperature checks are performed at all airports and public areas. A national curfew has been imposed for residents of these regions below from 10 pm to 4 am. Exceptions are made for medical and essential matters. The government has cut the night-time curfew by two hours for all states and regions including Yangon, Mandalay and Nay Pyi Taw from 12 am to 4 am
Domestic travelers are required to carry a recommendation letter of their residency from respective ward administrations when going around Myanmar, except to Yangon Region. Regional and state governments have stated that a recommendation will be required for locals while foreigners and returnees will need a letter from their companies and quarantine centers, respectively. The gatherings of more than 5 persons are not permitted. Face masks must be worn in public areas.
Tourist Attractions in Myanmar Updated
| City | Hotel | Dates |
| Nyaung Shwe | Thousand Island Hotel | Closed until further notice |
| Amazing Nyaung Shwe | Closed until the end of September | |
| Inle Lake | Paramount Inlay Resort | Closed until the end of September |
| Amazing Inlay Resort | Closed until the end of September | |
| Inle Heritage | Closed until the end of September | |
| Sofital Inle Lake | Closed until further notice | |
| Novotel Inle Lake | Closed until further notice | |
| Sanctum Inle | Closed until further notice | |
| Villa Inle | Closed until the end of September | |
| Pristine Lotus | Closed until the end of October 2020 | |
| Golden Island Cottage | Closed until the end of October 2020 | |
| Nyaung Shwe | Cherry Queen | Closed until further notice |
| Nyaung Shwe City Hotel | Closed until further notice | |
| Mount Inle | Closed until the end of September | |
| Mergui | Wa Ale Resort | Closed until the end of September |
| Awei Pila | Closed until the end of September | |
| Ngapali | Ngapali Bay Villa & Resort | Closed until the end of September |
| Thande Beach | Closed until the end of September | |
| Sandoway Resort | Closed until further notice | |
| Jade Marina Resort | Closed until further notice | |
| Amata Ngapali | Closed until further notice | |
| Pristine Mermaid | Closed until further notice | |
| Yangon | Yangon Excelsior Hotel | Closed until further notice |
| Rosewood Yangon | Restaurant re-open 01 September 2020 Hotel re-open 01 October 2020 |
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| Savoy Hotel | Re-open 24 June 2020 | |
| Jasmine Palace Hotel | Closed until further notice | |
| Hotel G | Re-open on 02 July 2020 | |
| Belmond Governor’s Residence | Re-open 01 July 2020 | |
| Bagan | Razagyo Hotel | Closed until further notice |
| Bagan Lodge | Closed until the end of September 2020 | |
| The Hotel Umbra Bagan | Closed until further notice | |
| Areindmar Hotel | Re-open on 22 June | |
| Arthawka Hotel | Re-open 01 July 2020 | |
| Bagan Hotel River | Closed until further notice | |
| Bagan Landmark | Closed until further notice | |
| Shwe Yee Pwint | Closed until August 2020 | |
| Sky Palace | Re-open on 21st June 2020 | |
| Thazin Garden | Re-open | |
| The Regency Hotel | Re-open on 15th June 2020 | |
| Villa Bagan | Closed until September 2020 | |
| Zfreeti Hotel | Closed until further notice | |
| Aureum Bagan | Re-open on 15th June 2020 | |
| Su Tine San | Closed until further notice | |
| Rv Panorama Cruise | Stop operating until 30 September 2020 | |
| My Bagan Residence | Re-open on 02 July 2020 | |
| Bagan Thiripyitsayar | Re-open on 01 July 2020 | |
| Golden Rock | Mountain Top Hotel | Closed until further notice |
| Golden Rock hotel | Closed until further notice | |
| Mandalay | Bagan King Hotel | Closed until further notice |
| Thiri Thitsar Hotel | Closed until further notice | |
| Mercure Mandalay Hill | Closed until 30 September 2020 | |
| Hotel By The Red Canal | Re-open 01 July 2020 | |
| Hotel Heaven | Closed until July 2020 | |
| The Home Hotel | Closed until July 2020 | |
| Hotel Yadanarpon | Closed until July 2020 | |
| Hotel Hazel | Closed until July 2020 | |
| Eastern Palac Hotel | Closed until July 2020 | |
| Rizt Grand Hotel | Closed until July 2020 | |
| Monywa | Win Unity | Closed until further notice |
| Pyin Oo Lwin | Win Unity | Closed until further notice |
| Kan Pa let | Win Unity | Closed until further notice |
| Loikaw | Keinnara Loikaw Hotel | Re-open 01 July 2020 |
| Hpa An | Keinnara Hpa-An | Re-open 01 July 2020 |
| Mawlamyaing | Hotel Suggati | Re-open 01 July 2020 |
| Kalaw | Amara Mountain Hotel | Re-open 01 July 2020 |
Special Notes
- Bring hand sanitizing gel
- Carefully wash hands during the day with soap and water, for at least 20 seconds. Use sanitizing gel if soap and water are not available
- Try to avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
- Refrain from drinking water from unknown sources