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Myanmar

Myanmar

Your quick guide on talent and labor compliance norms in Myanmar

(The data below is for reference only. You may refer to the official government websites or contact us for updates.)

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CapitalNaypyidaw
CurrencyBurmese Kyat (MMK)
LanguagesBurmese (official), English
Payroll FrequencyMonthly. PIT and the employee's SSB share are withheld and remitted monthly.
GDP per Capitaapprox. $1,200 (2025, IMF estimate) — one of the lowest in ASEAN
Employer Tax3% (capped)
CapitalNaypyidaw
CurrencyBurmese Kyat (MMK)
LanguagesBurmese (official), English
Payroll FrequencyMonthly. PIT and the employee's SSB share are withheld and remitted monthly.
GDP per Capitaapprox. $1,200 (2025, IMF estimate) — one of the lowest in ASEAN
Employer Tax3% (capped)

Talent Landscape Analysis

Agriculture is the main occupation of Myanmar, and it constitutes almost 65% of the GDP and employs about 65% of the population. Other prominent industries in Myanmar are copper, tin, tungsten, cement, construction, and garments.

Major economic Cities

Naypyidaw, Yangon

Skills in demand

Garment and light-manufacturing supervision, finance and accounting, and bilingual (Burmese-English) professionals are in demand at foreign-invested companies and NGOs.

Myanmar map

Salary Data

The average salary in Myanmar are mentioned below:

Employing in Myanmar

Below listed are the key points an employer must keep in mind while seeking employees in Myanmar.

Employee Contract
Leave Policy
Payroll
Taxes
Offboarding & Termination
Visa and Immigration
Employee Contract

Basic

 

Generally, a particular language is not required in the LOA (letter of appointment); however, the Ministry of Labour requires that the Employment Contract be bilingual (both Burmese and English) upon registration.

 

Probation Period

 

The probationary period for employees in Myanmar is as per the employer’s discretion, however, it should be in accordance with the local labor laws.

 

13th Month Pay

 

There is no legal provision for 13th-month pay in Myanmar. However, the employers can provide the bonus on their discretion.

 

Employee Benefits

 

Employers in Myanmar may provide the following benefits to their employees:

  • Maternity Leave.
  • Paternity Leave.
  • Social Security.
  • Medical Insurance.

Employee Contract

Basic

 

Generally, a particular language is not required in the LOA (letter of appointment); however, the Ministry of Labour requires that the Employment Contract be bilingual (both Burmese and English) upon registration.

 

Probation Period

 

The probationary period for employees in Myanmar is as per the employer’s discretion, however, it should be in accordance with the local labor laws.

 

13th Month Pay

 

There is no legal provision for 13th-month pay in Myanmar. However, the employers can provide the bonus on their discretion.

 

Employee Benefits

 

Employers in Myanmar may provide the following benefits to their employees:

  • Maternity Leave.
  • Paternity Leave.
  • Social Security.
  • Medical Insurance.

Leave Policy

Public and Provincial Holidays

Leave Information

Payroll

Taxes

Offboarding & Termination

Visa and Immigration

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