Mongolia Entry Requirements
Visa, immigration, and customs information
Information last reviewed July 2024. Always verify with official government sources before traveling.
Visa Requirements
Entry permissions vary by nationality. Find your category below.
Mongolia runs a tiered visa policy: visa-free for certain countries, eVisa/ETA for others, and traditional visas for the rest. Entry is normally granted for tourism, business meetings, short-term study or transit. Overstaying brings fines and possible re-entry bans.
Passport holders of selected countries collect a tourist entry stamp on arrival without prior application.
The 30-day entry period cannot be stretched past 30 additional days without leaving Mongolia. Multiple entries within the same calendar year are allowed. Yet cumulative stay cannot top 90 days.
Travellers from countries not on the visa-free list secure a single-entry tourist or business eVisa before departure.
Cost: Mid-range fee paid by card online
eVisa approval lands in your inbox as a PDF; print it or keep it on your phone for airline check-in and border control. Extensions demand an in-country visit to the Immigration Agency in Ulaanbaatar.
Citizens of countries not eligible for visa-free or eVisa must collect a sticker visa from a Mongolian embassy or consulate.
Visas are dated for entry. Arrive inside the validity window. Double-entry and multiple-entry visas are on offer for frequent business travellers.
Arrival Process
Arriving passengers move through immigration, collect bags and clear customs in one steady flow at Chinggis Khaan International Airport. Land borders at Zamyn-Üüd (China) and Altanbulag (Russia) follow the same steps yet may involve longer queues and document checks by train or road.
Documents to Have Ready
Tips for Smooth Entry
Customs & Duty-Free
Mongolia allows duty-free import of limited alcohol, tobacco and personal goods. Anything above the allowance or on the restricted list must be declared and may be taxed or confiscated.
Prohibited Items
- Narcotics and drugs - zero tolerance policy
- Pornographic material - DVDs, magazines or digital files
- Endangered animal products - snow leopard skins, eagle feathers, raw cashmere without permit
Restricted Items
- Firearms and ammunition - police permit required in advance
- Medication containing psychotropic substances - carry prescription translated into English
- Satellite phones - inform Communications Regulatory Commission before arrival
Health Requirements
Mongolia does not currently demand COVID-19 vaccination or testing for entry. Yet health rules can change overnight. Check the latest notices from the Mongolian Ministry of Health before departure.
Recommended Vaccinations
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Typhoid
- Routine boosters (MMR, DPT, influenza)
- Rabies for rural travellers
Health Insurance
Travel medical insurance is not mandatory for tourists yet strongly recommended. Hospital costs in Ulaanbaatar must be paid upfront. Ensure coverage includes evacuation to Seoul or Beijing for serious cases.
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Important Contacts
Essential resources for your trip.
Special Situations
Additional requirements for specific circumstances.
Minors under 18 travelling with one parent or guardian need notarised consent from the non-accompanying parent. Bring birth certificate with English translation.
Dogs and cats need an import permit from the State Veterinary Inspection Authority at least 30 days before arrival, rabies vaccination certificate issued within 30 days, and 10-day quarantine at the Ulaanbaatar facility.
Tourists can request a 30-day extension at the Immigration Agency on Seoul Street in Ulaanbaatar before the original stamp expires. Bring passport, extension form, one photo, and proof of funds.
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