Myanmar

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Myanmar

Shipping Mode

Sea Freight 40x40
Door to port
Yangon Port
Duration: 6 days
From: US$ 401.00
Sea Freight 40x40
Door to port
Yangon Port
Transit: 6 days
From: US$ 401.00
Air-Freight 40x40
Door to door
Duration: 3-10 days
From: US$ 103.32
Air-Freight 40x40
Door to door
Transit: 3-10 days
From: US$ 103.32

Important

Must have Country of manufacture reflected on commerical invoice, packing list & physical cargo.

According to the Myanmar National Trade Portal1, you need to obtain an import license for all kinds of goods that you want to import into Myanmar.

There are two types of import licensing systems namely automatic and non-automatic. Automatic licensing is granted for most products, while non-automatic licensing is required for some restricted or sensitive products.

To apply for an import license, you need to follow these steps:

  • Register as a company authorized to engage in international trade with the Directorate of Investment and Company Administration (DICA)4 and the Department of Trade.
  • Join the Union of Myanmar Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (UMFCCI).
  • Access the Tradenet 2.0 online system7 and log in with your registered email and password.
  • Select the type of license you want to apply for (oversea or land border) and fill up the application form with the required information, such as HS code, description, price, quantity, and value of the import products.
  • Upload the related documents and supporting documents, such as invoice, sale contract, and OGA recommendation, as the attached files.
  • Submit the application form and wait for the approval from the Ministry of Commerce.

Reference: https://myanmartradeportal.gov.mm/en

Imports

  • The importer must have a valid importer code from Customs Authorities
  • Imported goods must conform to licensed activities of the importer
  • Imported goods must be accompanied with a Bill of lading / Air Waybill, an Original Commercial Invoice, and a Packing List

 

Import Duties and Fees

  • The customs valuation is based on CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) which means that the amount used to assess customs duty is the sum of cost of goods, insurance and shipping cost to Myanmar
  • Customs tariff applicable on imported goods depend on HS Codes
  • The standard rate of VAT imposed on imported goods into Myanmar may vary

Below documents are needed:

  • Bill of Lading / Air Waybill
  • Original Commercial Invoice
  • Packing List

All imported goods will be inspected by Customs Authorities

Government Agencies

Myanmar Customs Department www.customs.gov.mm

Seaport

Port of Yangon

Airport

Yangon International Airport

Prohibited and Restricted

  • Monetary items including currency, fake money, and coins
  • Publications that are offensive to religions, morals, human rights or aims to cause corruption and disorder
  • Narcotics and drugs including heroin, opium, drugs raw material (powder, liquid), cannabis leaves, etc.
  • Counterfeit goods covering all brands of clothes, machinery, shoes, electronics, watches etc.
  • Fireworks*
  • Ivory and ivory products*
  • Furs*
  • Jewelry, precious metals , stones, articles or antiques of exceptional high value*
  • Bullion*
  • Chemical waste and nuclear waste
  • Hazardous as defined in IATA Regulations*
  • Ammunitions*
  • Human remains, including ashes*
  • Animals, plants, food items and perishable*