Yoma Bank佑玛银行

Myanmar 传统银行 In-branch required Permit holders ★ 3.1
Minimum depositFrom about MMK 10,000
Monthly feeBasic account: no monthly fee
Minimum balanceLow minimum-balance requirement for kyat accounts
How to apply—
Processing timeAbout 2-4 weeks for approval once documents are complete
Institution typeTraditional Bank
Data baseline 2026-10. Editor-verified, but rules change — confirm with the official site before applying. Data transparency →

About this bank

Advantages

  • One of the larger private banks by branch coverage
  • Considerable experience with expat accounts
  • Wave Money wallet interoperates with accounts
  • Relatively complete English service

Things to note

  • Long-term visa and FRC required
  • Unstable cross-border transfer channels
  • Online capability lags neighbouring countries

Documents required

  • Valid passport with a long-term visa
  • FRC or residence proof
  • Local address proof
  • Reference letter

Confirm with your employer which branch receives salary credits before applying

Opening offers & benefits

Standing benefits

These are stable, standing account benefits (not time-limited) — available as long as you qualify:

Bank offers change frequently by region and quarter. Checked 2026-10; follow the bank's official promo page.

FAQ

Ready? Open your account

Having documents ready lowers the chance of rejection; policies change, so confirm with the bank before applying.

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