Myanmar Bank Account Opening

This page compares 5 accounts available in Myanmar, listing minimum deposit, monthly fee, how to apply and non-resident eligibility one by one: 1 can be opened fully online, 0 explicitly accept non-residents, 1 have no minimum deposit. Click any account for the full document checklist, pros and cons and common rejection reasons.

Data updated 2026-10-01 · compiled from published bank terms

Full comparison5 accounts

AccountRegionTypeMinimum depositMonthly feeHow to applyNon-residentsRating
Wave Money Myanmar Digital Bank 注册即开通,无最低存款 基础钱包免月费 Online Not for non-residents ★ 3.5
KBZ Bank Myanmar Traditional Bank 缅元账户约 1,000 缅元起 基本账户免月费;休眠满一年收 1 单位 Must visit Conditional ★ 3.4
AYA Bank Myanmar Traditional Bank 往来账户最低余额仅 MMK 1,000(约 ¥3) 支票簿 MMK 7,500 + 印花税;账户维护费低 Must visit Not for non-residents ★ 3.4
CB Bank Myanmar Traditional Bank 外币账户约 100 美元 / 欧元 / 新元起 一年无往来活动收 1 单位;销户 10 单位 Must visit Conditional ★ 3.3
Yoma Bank Myanmar Traditional Bank 约 10,000 缅元起存 基本账户免月费 Must visit Conditional ★ 3.1

FAQ

Can non-residents open a bank account in Myanmar?

None of the 5 accounts on this page is open to non-residents without conditions, but 3 accept foreigners who meet extra requirements (KBZ Bank, CB Bank, Yoma Bank) — typically a valid visa or residence permit, and usually an in-branch visit. See each account page for details.

Do I have to visit Myanmar in person to open an account?

Not necessarily. 1 of the 5 accounts can be opened fully online (Wave Money), with no branch visit; the remaining 4 still require a branch visit or an appointment. Online opening depends on whether your documents pass automated checks.

How much money do I need to open an account in Myanmar?

Minimums vary widely — see the "Minimum deposit" column. 1 account(s) have no minimum deposit, so you need not fund on day one. Also watch the minimum balance and monthly fee; dormant accounts can incur charges.

How long does it take to open an account in Myanmar?

It depends on the account: online accounts are usually approved within minutes to a few working days, while branch or manually reviewed accounts typically take 1 to 3 weeks. The "How to apply" column shows the channel for each account, and timings are on the individual pages.