Myanmar suspends all types of visas for foreign nationals to contain Covid-19


Members of Yangon City and Development Committee spraying disinfectant along a sidewalk in hopes of curbing the spread of the Covid-19 (coronavirus) on Sunday (March 29). The Covid-19 causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people, but for some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death. - AP

YANGON: Myanmar's Foreign Affairs Ministry announced temporary suspension of all types of visas for foreign nationals from all countries with effect from March 29 till April 30 as part of measures to control the risks of Covid-19 (coronavirus) outbreak on Sunday (March 29).

The announcement included the suspension of the issuance of all types of visas (including social visit visa) to all foreign nationals, except diplomats accredited to Myanmar, United Nations officials resident in Myanmar and crew of ships and aircraft operating to and from Myanmar.

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