Grow Your Workforce in Myanmar

Income Tax in Myanmar

Myanmar has a progressive income tax with rates from 0% to 25%.

Social Security in Myanmar

• Employers with five or more employees are required to register their employees with the Social Security Board (SSB).
• The maximum monthly contribution for the employer is capped at MMK 9,000 per employee.
• The maximum monthly contribution for the employee is capped at MMK 6,000.
• Employers pay 3% while employees pay 2% of their salaries.

Work Visas Myanmar

Here are the main work visas available in Myanmar:

Business Visa

• Single Entry: Allows foreigners to establish a business in Myanmar or work for a company based in Myanmar. Valid for 70 days with a possible stay extension.
• Multiple Entry: Granted to those who previously held a Single Entry Business Visa and want to extend their stay. Extensions are possible for 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year.

Employment Visa

• Issued to individuals who want to work in Myanmar. Valid for 70 days with a possible stay extension.

Stay Permit

• Required if wanting to stay in Myanmar for more than 90 days after entering on a Business or Employment Visa.