Is it safe to travel to Myanmar?
International travel is currently prohibited by the UK Government due to the coronavirus lockdown, unless travel is absolutely necessary.
The current FCDO advice for travelling to Myanmar reads: “As of February 1, the Myanmar military has declared a state of emergency and assumed control.
“There are reports that figures in the Civilian Government, civil society and a foreign national have been detained by the military. Political tension and unrest is widespread since the military takeover.
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“The British Embassy is following the situation carefully and will continue to update our Travel Advice.