Emergency Numbers & Access
Ambulance service is unreliable. Private hospitals (Pun Hlaing, Asia Royal) in Yangon are best. Medical evacuation to Bangkok is common.
Response time: 30-60+ minutes; unreliable
Cost: $30-300+ at private hospitals
Healthcare System
Myanmar has one of the most under-resourced healthcare systems in Southeast Asia. Private hospitals in Yangon offer basic-to-moderate care. Serious conditions require medical evacuation to Bangkok or Singapore. Political instability has further strained the system.
Designed for: Residents; tourists rely on private clinics in Yangon and Mandalay
GP Access & Costs
Walk-in at private clinics; cash payment
Typical wait: Same-day at private clinics
Availability: Limited to Yangon and Mandalay; essentially unavailable elsewhere
GP Visit
$15-40 private clinic visit
Private GP
$15-40
ER Without Insurance
$100-2,000+
Medication
Basic medications available cheaply. Counterfeit risk exists. Bring all personal medications.
Pharmacy & Medication
Hours: Generally 8am-8pm
OTC: Many medications available OTC; quality varies
Controlled substances: Extremely strict drug laws — severe penalties. Carry prescriptions for ALL medications.
Practical Tips
- Medical evacuation insurance covering Bangkok transfer is ESSENTIAL
- Pun Hlaing International Hospital in Yangon is the best option for foreigners
- Bring a complete supply of all medications — do NOT rely on local pharmacies
- Check current travel advisories before visiting — situation is volatile
- Carry USD cash as backup — banking system is unstable
Who can get care in Myanmar?
Emergency care for anyone
Emergency departments in Myanmar treat everyone regardless of residency or insurance status. Charges can still apply afterwards.
Public system for visitors
The public system does not cover visitors, so care is paid privately or through insurance.
Seeing a Doctor as a visitor
Walk-in at private clinics; cash payment Typical cost: $15-40 private clinic visit Typical wait: Same-day at private clinics
Insurance needed for entry or visa
Not a formal entry requirement, but medical cover is strongly recommended. Emergency care without cover: $100-2,000+.
Documents worth having ready
- Passport (6+ months validity)
- e-Visa
- Travel insurance with medevac
- Passport photos
Local contacts in Myanmar
Emergency services
199
Ambulance service is unreliable. Private hospitals (Pun Hlaing, Asia Royal) in Yangon are best. Medical evacuation to Bangkok is common.
Pharmacies
Generally 8am-8pm
Many medications available OTC; quality varies
What is the emergency number in Myanmar?
199 in Myanmar. Ambulance service is unreliable. Private hospitals (Pun Hlaing, Asia Royal) in Yangon are best. Medical evacuation to Bangkok is common.
How much does a Doctor visit cost in Myanmar?
$15-40 private clinic visit Private consultations: $15-40.
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Sources: WHO Myanmar, CDC Travelers Health 2024, International SOS
Last reviewed: March 2026 by ViscaCare