U.S. Embassy Rangoon Consular Section

27/04/2026

You asked for it and now it’s here! Group enrollment is now available for the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). This should simplify the sign-up process for families, school groups, travel arrangers, and many others. Sign up at step.state.gov to receive updates and safety alerts from our consular team.

21/04/2026

Did you know? U.S. embassies and consulates track local conditions on everything from security threats to local protests and severe weather to keep U.S. citizens informed and safe while abroad. To receive these alerts before your next trip, sign up at step.state.gov.

07/04/2026

U.S. citizens: The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free program available for U.S. citizens traveling or living abroad. Signing up for STEP allows you to subscribe to alerts and updates from the embassy and helps us get in touch with you if there’s an emergency. Sign up at step.state.gov.

31/03/2026

Reminder for U.S. Expats: STEP enrollments only last for one year. Americans living abroad should re-enroll in STEP each year to continue to receive alerts and be connected with the local U.S. Embassy. You will receive a reminder email when your subscription is about to end and can click to extend it by another year. Enroll (or re-enroll) at step.state.gov.
https://youtu.be/AS2_NK0rsI8?si=GxO-qDSvrLYDlqvL

A brief instructional video to show how U.S. citizens traveling or living abroad can sign up for STEP to receive safety and security alerts from the nearest ...

28/03/2025

Suspension of Embassy Services

In order to respond to the earthquake that affected Burma (Myanmar) on March 28 and better assist American citizens:

- We are suspending non-emergency consular services, including visa services, while continuing American Citizen Services.
- The American Center Yangon and Jefferson Center Mandalay are closed to the public.

Please monitor this page for updates.

For emergency American Citizens Services information: https://mytravel.state.gov/s/step
Phone: Intl: +95 1 7536509, within Myanmar: 01 7536509,
Email [email protected]

28/03/2025

Remember that aftershocks can happen after an earthquake. Text loved ones to let them know you're ok instead of calling. Save your battery by only using your phone for emergencies. Monitor local news & officials for updates.

Police: 199
Fire: 191
Medical: 192

Emergency U.S. Embassy American Citizens Services: (+95) 1-753-6509

Safety Guidelines - After an Earthquake:
https://tinyurl.com/MMearthquake2025
https://tinyurl.com/MRCSearthquake
https://tinyurl.com/unicefinfo2025

Know what to do to keep yourself and your loved ones safe after an earthquake.

28/03/2025

There are reports of an earthquake near Sagaing Township with a magnitude of 7.7 and a depth of 10 kilometers, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Monitor local news and inform your friends and family of your status.

06/03/2024

STUDENT VISA UPDATE: Please visit

VISA UPDATE: Due to staffing limitations beyond our control, Nonimmigrant Visa interview appointment slots are unavailable until May 2024. Any updates on

03/08/2023

VISA UPDATE: Please visit https://mm.usembassy.gov/visas/ for information on appointments.

30/05/2023

VISA FEE UPDATE: Effective June 17, 2023, fees for certain nonimmigrant visas will increase, not May 30, 2023. Please visit

Thank you for visiting our website. Effective June 17, 2023, fees for certain nonimmigrant visas will increase. Fee information may view the Final Rule