--- title: Greece visa for citizens of Myanmar description: Citizens of Myanmar need a visa for Greece and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps. canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/greece/myanmar lastModified: 2026-08-16 --- # Greece visa for citizens of Myanmar Citizens of Myanmar need a visa for Greece and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa · Short Stay (Tourist/Business) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Passport validity:** At least 3 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statements showing sufficient funds (typically €60 per day of stay) ## How to apply 1. **Determine visa type and gather required documents** — Identify if you need a short-stay Schengen visa (up to 90 days) and collect all documents listed above. 2. **Complete the visa application form** — Fill out the Schengen visa application form online or in paper, and print it for submission. 3. **Book an appointment at the Greek Embassy/Consulate or authorized visa centre** — In Myanmar, you may need to visit the Greek Embassy in Bangkok or a VFS Global centre (if available). Appointments are mandatory. 4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the non-refundable Schengen visa fee (€80 for adults) plus any service fee, usually at the appointment. 5. **Attend appointment in person – submit documents and provide biometrics** — Submit your application, provide fingerprints and photo, and answer any questions from the consular officer. 6. **Wait for processing** — Standard processing takes 15 calendar days; may extend to 45 days in complex cases. 7. **Collect your passport (with visa sticker)** — You will be notified to pick up your passport or have it couriered back (if service is available). 8. **Verify visa details and travel** — Check visa validity dates, number of entries, and duration of stay before traveling. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area. - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Identity): Download from the official website or VFS Global. - **Two recent passport-style photographs (35x45mm, white background)** (Identity): Must meet ICAO standards. - **Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)** (Travel): Valid for entire Schengen area and duration of stay. - **Round-trip flight reservation or itinerary** (Travel): Not necessarily a purchased ticket, but a confirmed reservation. - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, invitation letter, or rental agreement)** (Travel): For entire stay in Greece and other Schengen states. - **Bank statements for the last 3-6 months** (Financial): Must show sufficient funds to cover the trip. - **Proof of employment (employment letter, leave approval) or student status** (Employment): If self-employed, provide business registration and tax returns. - **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit, itinerary, and funds** (Supporting, optional): Optional but recommended. - **Visa fee payment receipt** (Supporting): Paid at the time of submission. - **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Helps demonstrate travel history. - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children if applicable)** (Identity, optional): If traveling with family. - **Invitation letter from a host in Greece (if visiting friends/family)** (Supporting, optional): Must be attested by local police (M.E.S.T.) in Greece. - **Proof of residence (visa/residence permit) if applying from a country other than Myanmar** (Identity, optional): Applicant must be legally residing in that country. ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** €60 per day of stay (total depends on trip duration and accommodation costs) - bank statements - sponsorship letter - credit card limit statement Sponsorship is allowed; include a notarised affidavit of support from the sponsor. ## Good to know - Incomplete or incorrect documentation may lead to visa rejection. - Do not purchase non-refundable tickets before visa approval. - Applicants may be asked to attend an interview in rare cases. ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient funds or unclear source of funds** — Provide clear bank statements for at least 3 months and a sponsorship letter if applicable. - **Weak travel history or previous visa violations** — Include proof of previous visas and demonstrate good immigration compliance. - **Incomplete or false documents** — Double-check all documents for accuracy and completeness. - **No proof of return intention (e.g., strong ties to home country)** — Provide employment letter, property deeds, or family ties evidence. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Myanmar need a visa for Greece? Citizens of Myanmar need a visa for Greece and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa · Short Stay (Tourist/Business). ### How long can citizens of Myanmar stay in Greece? Up to 90 days. ### What documents do citizens of Myanmar need for Greece? Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-style photographs (35x45mm, white background); Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage); Round-trip flight reservation or itinerary; Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, invitation letter, or rental agreement); and 8 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Greece? At least 3 months. ## More - [Greece visa for every passport](/visa/greece) - [Every destination for Myanmar passport holders](/visa/passport/myanmar)