The Immigration Agency of Mongolia is advising international tourists to stick to tourism-related activities during their visit.
In an effort to boost tourism, Mongolia has designated 2023 to 2025 as the “Years to Visit Mongolia.” As part of this campaign, Mongolia is offering visa-free entry to citizens of 34 countries, including several European nations.
In total, citizens of 65 countries can visit Mongolia without a visa during this period. Additionally, citizens from 99 countries can apply for a 30-day electronic visa (e-Visa) for tourism purposes.
However, the Immigration Agency has noticed that some visitors are misusing these visa facilities. Tourists are reminded to use their visas only for tourism and not for other activities such as work or trade.
Key Points:
- Visa-Free Travel: Citizens of 65 countries can visit Mongolia without a visa from 2023 to 2025.
- e-Visa Option: Visitors from 99 countries can apply for a 30-day tourist e-Visa.
- Proper Use of Tourist Visas: Tourists are urged not to engage in work, trade, or other non-tourism activities without proper authorization.
The agency has highlighted a rise in violations where tourists, particularly those with e-Visas, are engaging in unauthorized activities like working in healthcare, education, or conducting religious propaganda.
List of Countries Exempted from Visa Requirements (Up to 30 Days):
| No. | Country Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Republic of Austria |
| 2 | Kingdom of Belgium |
| 3 | Hungary |
| 4 | Hellenic Republic |
| 5 | Kingdom of Denmark |
| 6 | Kingdom of Spain |
| 7 | Italian Republic |
| 8 | Republic of Latvia |
| 9 | Republic of Lithuania |
| 10 | Principality of Liechtenstein |
| 11 | Grand Duchy of Luxembourg |
| 12 | Republic of Malta |
| 13 | Kingdom of the Netherlands |
| 14 | Republic of Poland |
| 15 | Portuguese Republic |
| 16 | Slovak Republic |
| 17 | Republic of Slovenia |
| 18 | Republic of Finland |
| 19 | French Republic |
| 20 | Republic of Croatia |
| 21 | Czech Republic |
| 22 | Kingdom of Sweden |
| 23 | Republic of Estonia |
| 24 | Kingdom of Norway |
| 25 | Republic of Iceland |
| 26 | Swiss Confederation |
| 27 | Republic of Bulgaria |
| 28 | Republic of Ireland |
| 29 | Republic of Cyprus |
| 30 | Romania |
| 31 | Principality of Monaco |
| 32 | United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland |
| 33 | Commonwealth of Australia |
| 34 | New Zealand |
Tourism Growth Goals
Mongolia aims to attract one million tourists by 2024. In 2023, the country saw 650,000 tourists, up from 500,000 in 2019. In the first quarter of 2024, Mongolia recorded 86,200 foreign visitors, a 10.5% increase from the previous year.
Tourist Demographics
| Nationality | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 37.1% |
| Russian | 35.1% |
| South Korean | 10.2% |
| Kazakhstani | 2.5% |
| Japanese | 2.0% |
| Other Countries | 13.1% |
Regional Breakdown:
| Region | Percentage |
|---|---|
| East Asia and Pacific | 55.8% |
| Europe | 39.7% |
| Americas | 2.1% |
| Middle East | 1.2% |
| South Asia | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% |
Mongolia is considering extending its tourism initiative beyond 2025, potentially until 2030, to meet its ambitious visitor goals.
