Welcome to the website of the British Embassy in Burma.

This site is designed to give you instant access to a range of information about the services we provide. Those wanting more information about the UK will find a range of other helpful links.

The British Embassy in Rangoon is committed to working for a better future for the people of Burma. We do this by promoting the need to respect human rights and freedom of expression and (alongside our colleagues from The UK Department for International Development), working to alleviate the humanitarian challenges faced by the people of this country. Our humanitarian assistance has a particular emphasis on health and primary education. We also work closely with our colleagues in the British Council, who offer English language training, promote educational opportunities and encourage cultural exchange.

Because of the UK Government’s concerns about the human rights situation in Burma, this Embassy does not offer the range of business support services our missions overseas normally provide, nor do we encourage tourism. We do, however, offer a range of other assistance, including:

• Visa services
• Travel and Consular advice to British citizens who do decide to visit, including up to date information on current health concerns such as H1N1
• Guidance on applying for a British passport

I hope you will find this website useful. If anything is unclear, or you cannot find what you are looking for, please contact us on BE.Rangoon@fco.gov.uk. More information on Burma and the UK's policy is available in the Burma Country Profile.

Andrew Heyn
British Ambassador to Burma