My embassy in Myanmar reminds: No need to tip them!
The Embassy and Consulates in Myanmar remind: The Myanmar government explicitly prohibits port officials from asking for "tips"
Recently, the Chinese Embassy in Myanmar has received reports from Chinese citizens that Myanmar staff asked for "tips" when entering and exiting Myanmar. The embassy attaches great importance to this and has urged relevant departments in Myanmar to put an end to the unhealthy trend of asking for "tips" and safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese citizens.
The Chinese Embassy and Consulate in Myanmar reminds Chinese citizens:
1. The Myanmar government clearly prohibits public officials from collecting "tips". Foreign citizens do not need to pay "tips" to port officials when entering or leaving Myanmar.
2. If Myanmar personnel ask for "tips", they should clearly refuse, pay attention to collect evidence such as the location of the incident, time of the incident, personnel name badges, etc., and promptly contact the Chinese embassy and consulate in Myanmar to safeguard their rights in accordance with the law.
3. Strictly abide by Myanmar’s entry and exit laws and regulations, apply for entry visa in time, and fill in the Myanmar entry and exit registration card in advance. Fill in the customs declaration form truthfully to declare the items you are carrying, do not bring prohibited items into and out of the country, and do not pay "tips" in exchange for customs clearance convenience.
4. In case of emergency, please report to the local police in time and contact the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in Myanmar for assistance.
Myanmar alarm hotline: 0095-199
Consular protection and assistance phone number of the Chinese Embassy in Myanmar: 0095-9-43209657
Consular Protection and Assistance Telephone of the Consulate General in Mandalay: 0095-9-259172726
Global Consular Protection and Service Emergency Hotline of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 86-10-1230886-10-65612308
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