Myanmar
Republic of the Union of Myanmar
People: Burmese
Myanmar is located in South-Eastern Asia and has a population of around 51.3 million. Its capital city is Naypyidaw, and the most widely spoken official language is Burmese.
By the numbers, Myanmar is the 29th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.64% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 39th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 76 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Myanmar — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of the Union of Myanmar |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Naypyidaw |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | South-Eastern Asia |
| Population | 51,316,756 |
| Area | 676,578 km² |
| Currency | Burmese kyat (MMK) Ks |
| Official Language | Burmese |
| Dialling Code | +95 |
| Internet TLD | .mm |
| Timezone | UTC+06:30 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | MM / MMR |
| Borders | Bangladesh, China, India, Laos, Thailand |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Myanmar
What is the capital and currency of Myanmar?
The capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw and the currency is the Burmese kyat (MMK), symbol Ks.
What is the capital of Myanmar?
The capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw.
What currency does Myanmar use?
Myanmar uses the Burmese kyat (MMK, symbol: Ks).
What language do they speak in Myanmar?
The official language of Myanmar is Burmese.
What is the dialling code for Myanmar?
The international dialling code for Myanmar is +95.
What side of the road does Myanmar drive on?
Myanmar drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Myanmar
Bangladesh
China
India
Laos
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