Myanmar Travel Advisory

There was no change to the advisory level. Advisory summary was updated. Do not travel to Burma for any reason due to armed conflict , unrest , arbitrary enforcement of local laws , poor health infrastructure , landmines and unexploded ordnance , and crime . Advisory Summary The Burmese military regime deposed elected leaders and officials in a February 2021 coup d'état. Protests and demonstrations against military rule can occur on significant dates and have the potential for violence. Unrest Due to the ongoing armed conflicts and civil unrest in Burma, U.S. government employees working in Burma may not be allowed to travel within the country. Due to safety risks, minor dependents cannot join U.S. government employees who work in Burma. Armed Conflict Armed conflicts occur throughout Burma. Instances of civil unrest are common. The amount of armed conflict and civil unrest varies across states and regions. The situation may change at any time. Opposition militias often attack facilities affiliated with regime security forces and administrative authorities in Rangoon and other areas. Local opposition militia groups operate throughout the country. Be aware that the regime may limit access to highways and airports. This could lead to isolation. Have a plan to leave in an emergency that does not depend on U.S. government help. Review our information on Crisis and Evacuations . Improvised Explosive Devices Improvised explosive devices (IEDs) are used in the ongoing armed conflicts, including within the municipal Rangoon area. From January to December 2025, the U.S. Embassy in Rangoon calculated an average of 6 explosions per month. These blasts targeted regime personnel and facilities in Rangoon. Outside of Rangoon, IED attacks have hit checkpoints, as well as military, administrative, and police facilities. Unexploded Ordnances Landmines and unexploded ordnance exist throughout Burma. The locations of landmines and unexploded ordnance are often not marked nor easy to r