Myanmar - Consulate of France in Sittwe

You are a Myanmar citizen or you are from France and are looking for information on the consulate of France in Sittwe situated in Myanmar. A consulate in Sittwe could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of France. It all depends on the importance of Sittwe and Myanmar in the relationships with the government of France.


Sorry there is no consulate of France in Sittwe !

However, France could have more than one consulate in Myanmar besides Sittwe.

When France has more consulates located in Myanmar ouside of Sittwe you can find them mentioned below.

Otherwise you can also contact the embassy of France in Myanmar of which you will find details also below.


The difference between consulates found in Sittwe are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.

All consulates of France in Myanmar besides Sittwe

Or the embassy of France in Myanmar

French Embassy in Yangon, Myanmar - 102 Pyidaungsu Yeikthabod - BP 858 - Yangon - Myanmar
Email: ambafrance.rangoun@diplomatie.gouv.fr - Tel: (+95) (1) 212 520 - Website: www.ambafrance-mm.org

Consulate Appointment in Sittwe

Most consulates in Sittwe need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of France in Sittwe first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.

Travel Insurance

When you travel to Sittwe do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and need a doctor or hospital in Myanmar or France.

Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate in Sittwe please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.