Entry into Switzerland
Information regarding entry and stay in Switzerland, the exceptions and suspension of visas is available on the State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) webpage.
Information on quarantine after arrival in Switzerland is available on the Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH) webpage
COVID-19 Tests
As of February 8, 2021, all air travelers must present negative COVID-19 test-result, issued less than 72 hours before entering Switzerland. Travelers will be controlled before boarding the aircraft. Please check all the detailed information on the Federal Office of Public Health’s website.
Testing for international travel is normally available through the National Health Lab (NHL) in Yangon, Mandalay, and Nay Pyi Taw. As of February 11, 2021, NHL is closed until further notice.
Other options:
N-Health: located at the Tourist Burma Building on the corner of Maha Bandula St. and Sule Paya St. (near Sule Pagoda) in Yangon.
Telephone numbers: 01 230 3202 / 09 519 9122
Swab collections occur daily from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with results available within 24 hours.
The cost of the test is 200,000 MMK.
Air Cargo Terminal at Yangon International Airport: located on Pyay Road near the DHL Myanmar warehouse at the airport (Google Maps).
Telephone numbers: 094 4409 9941 / 094 4409 9942
Swab collections occur daily from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with results available the next day by 9:30 a.m.
The cost of the test is 200,000 MMK.
Samitivej International Clinic and International SOS Clinic in Yangon work in collaboration with N-Health and can do the swab collections, including at home with prior arrangement. Additional service charges apply.
Costs: approximately 400,000 MMK including service fees. Please check with the clinics directly for further details.
Note: This information may change frequently and without notice. Those seeking a test are advised to contact the lab first before showing up to check on the most recent requirements, policies, and operating hours.