How to Ship to Myanmar from the US
Shipping to Myanmar (formerly Burma) has been significantly complicated since the military coup in February 2021. The US has imposed targeted sanctions on the military junta (SAC) and related entities under Executive Order 14014. Most commercial carriers continue to offer service to Myanmar but with enhanced compliance screening. Shippers must ensure packages do not benefit sanctioned parties.
Myanmar's Customs Department charges import duties plus commercial tax (5% CT) on most imports. Duty rates vary by HS code. Yangon is the primary commercial hub with the best carrier service; Mandalay has secondary service. Some areas outside major cities have very limited or no carrier coverage due to ongoing conflict.
Typical 1 lb cost
$65–$100 USD
Typical transit
7–25 business days
Carrier Options to Myanmar
DHL Express Worldwide
Best option for Myanmar. 5-7 business days to Yangon. Check OFAC compliance requirements before booking.
FedEx International Priority
5-7 business days. Enhanced compliance screening for Myanmar. Verify availability for specific addresses.
UPS Worldwide Expedited
6-8 business days. Limited to major urban areas.
USPS Priority Mail International
3–6 weeks via Myanma Posts and Telecommunications (MPT). Very slow; not recommended for valuables.
Customs Forms Required
CN22 for items under $400. CN23 + commercial invoice for higher-value shipments.
Commonly Prohibited Items
- ✕Items benefiting Myanmar military junta (SAC) entities — check OFAC SDN list
- ✕Firearms and military equipment
- ✕Illegal drugs
- ✕Counterfeit goods
- ✕Certain technology with potential military applications (check BIS EAR)
Myanmar-Specific Shipping Tips
- 💡 Check OFAC SDN list: ensure your recipient is not a sanctioned Myanmar military entity (treasury.gov/ofac)
- 💡 Commercial tax (5%) plus customs duties apply — total tax typically 10–25% depending on product
- 💡 Yangon has the best carrier infrastructure; outside Yangon, coverage is limited
- 💡 Ongoing internal conflict in some states means carriers may not deliver to those areas — verify with DHL or FedEx
- 💡 Humanitarian aid shipments may benefit from expedited customs treatment — label clearly
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