Burma To Introduce Online Visas - 2003-05-27

Burma's military government is preparing to introduce online visas for foreign travelers arriving by air.

Burmese state-run media report the project involves filling out visa applications at a Burmese government web site, with those approved receiving a print-out to present to immigration officials on arrival.

The system is expected to be unveiled in the next few months.

Information for this report is provided by AFP.