Myanmar, one of the poorest countries in the region, is in a period of crisis following the deposition on 1 February 2021 of the democratically elected government. Since the coup, the humanitarian, security, health, and economic situation in Myanmar has been volatile and is worsening.

Australia has been a steadfast supporter of Myanmar’s transition to democracy and a market-led economy. This has been underpinned by Australia’s development assistance.

• Myanmar country brief
• Myanmar country/economy fact sheet [PDF]
• Australia's development assistance to Myanmar
• Myanmar sanctions
• ASEAN – Australia New Zealand Free Trade Agreement
• Myanmar Australia Awards

Travel information

• Before you travel, visit smartraveller.gov.au
  • Read the travel advice for Myanmar
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  • Get the right travel insurance
  • For how we can help Australians overseas, see the Consular services charter
• Australian Passports Office
• Visa information

Embassies

Australia

• Embassy of Myanmar in Australia

Myanmar

• Australian Embassy in Yangon