What is Myanmar's de minimis import threshold?

Myanmar's de minimis threshold is set by Myanmar Customs Department; verify before shipping.

Is VAT or GST charged on imports into Myanmar?

Commercial Tax 5% standard (not strictly a VAT); higher rates on luxuries up to 30%. Applied to imports. Currency restrictions and US/EU sanctions on selected sectors affect international shipments.

Who is the customs authority in Myanmar?

Myanmar Customs Department — https://www.customs.gov.mm/.

What categories of goods are restricted from importing into Myanmar?

Restricted categories include: Firearms (military permit); Pharmaceuticals (FDA permit); Cultural property.

What is prohibited from importing into Myanmar?

Prohibited categories include: Narcotics; Counterfeit goods; Materials politically sensitive.

IMPORT DESTINATION

Importing Into 🇲🇲 Myanmar

CUSTOMS AUTHORITYMyanmar Customs Department

STANDARD VAT5%

DE MINIMIS (USD)US$0

De Minimis Threshold

THRESHOLD (USD)

US$0

LOCAL CURRENCY

Commercial parcels assessed at value

Shipments below this value may enter without customs duty. VAT may still apply depending on local rules.

Myanmar applies customs (0-40%) + Commercial Tax (5%) on imports. Sanctions context: EU + US + UK targeted measures since the 2021 military coup affect commercial trade.

As of: 2023-01-01

VAT / GST on Imports

STANDARD VAT / GST RATE

Applied on the customs value (CIF — cost, insurance, freight) plus any applicable duties.

Required Documentation

#	Document
01	Customs declaration form
02	FDA permit for medications

Requirements vary by shipment value, HS chapter, and origin country. Learn about each document type →

Restricted Import Categories

⚠Firearms (military permit)
⚠Pharmaceuticals (FDA permit)
⚠Cultural property

Prohibited Import Categories

✗Narcotics
✗Counterfeit goods
✗Materials politically sensitive

Special Notes

01Sanctions context: targeted EU + US + UK measures on the State Administration Council since the 2021 coup affect commercial trade.
02ASEAN + RCEP member.
03Currency: Myanmar kyat (MMK); foreign currency tightly controlled.

DUTY CALCULATOR

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