✈️ Travel to Mongolia
10th ARIN-AP AGM | Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia | September 23-26, 2025
Essential travel information for conference attendees
🛂 Visa Requirements
Great News for Conference Attendees!
Citizens from 15 countries/territories in the conference registration system can enter Mongolia without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
Conference Attendee Countries & Territories
This information focuses on countries and territories in our registration system attending the conference. Most attendees enjoy visa-free access to Mongolia.
Note: Government officials may be eligible for diplomatic visa facilitation.
Countries with Visa-Free Entry (All Passports)
| Country | Duration | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | 30 days | Visa-free |
| New Zealand | 30 days | Visa-free |
| Japan | 30 days | Visa-free |
| Republic of Korea | 90 days | Visa-free |
| Singapore | 30 days | Visa-free |
| Malaysia | 30 days | Visa-free |
| Thailand | 30 days | Visa-free |
| Philippines | 21 days | Visa-free |
| Viet Nam | 30 days | Visa-free |
| Lao PDR | 30 days | Visa-free |
| Hong Kong, China | 14 days | Visa-free |
| Macao, China | 90 days | Visa-free |
| Kazakhstan | 90 days | Visa-free |
| Kyrgyzstan | 90 days | Visa-free |
| Maldives | 30 days | Visa-free |
Countries: Diplomatic/Official Passports Only
The following countries have visa-free arrangements only for diplomatic or official passport holders:
Countries: Visa Required
The following countries require a visa for entry to Mongolia:
Government officials may be eligible for diplomatic visa facilitation.
Host Country
Mongolia is hosting the conference - no visa required for Mongolian citizens.
Other Countries
Countries not listed above are not in our current registration system. For visa requirements, please consult the official Mongolia consular services.
Single entry fee: $51 USD (waived for diplomatic/official passports)
📋 Visa Application Information
💻 E-Visa (Recommended)
Fast Online Application
Citizens from 98 countries can apply for e-visa online. Perfect for conference attendees!
Benefits:
- • No embassy visit required
- • 72-hour email processing
- • Digital or printed copy accepted
- • Apply at evisa.mn
Available Types:
- • K2: Tourist visa
- • K4: Cultural/Sports events
- • K6: Transit (up to 10 days)
🏛️ Official/Diplomatic Visas
Government Officials & Delegates
Special process for official government business and diplomatic travel.
- • Visa permission from Mongolia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- • Official request from sending government/organization
- • Standard documents (passport, photos, application)
Processing Times & Planning
E-Visa
Online application
72 hours via email
Embassy Application
Standard processing
3-5 working days
Complex Cases
Additional documents needed
5-10 working days
⚠️ Important: Apply well before your travel date. Expedited service available for additional fee.
Required Documents
All Visa Types
- • Completed application form
- • Passport (6+ months validity)
- • 3.5×4.5cm photos (specific size)
- • Visa fee payment proof
Additional (if required)
- • Bank statements (6 months)
- • Official invitation letter
- • Proof of onward travel
- • Hotel reservations
Important: Only hard copies accepted - no digital documents. Visa fees are non-refundable.
✈️ On-Arrival Visa
Available at Ulaanbaatar Airport
Limited availability for eligible travelers. Pre-approval may be required.
- • Tourist visa (for eligible countries)
- • Transit visa (up to 10 days with onward ticket)
- • Official visits (with pre-approval)
🛂 Entry & Stay Requirements
At Border Entry
- Biometric details required for all foreign nationals
- Passport stamps at immigration control
- Digital/printed e-visa accepted
During Your Stay
- 48-hour registration required at accommodation
- Tourist visa: 30 days initial, 30-day extension possible
- Extension: Apply 4+ days before expiry
For Conference Attendees: Hotels will handle registration automatically. Keep your passport and visa documents with you during your stay.
🛬 Getting to Ulaanbaatar
Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN)
Mongolia's main international airport, located approximately 52km southwest of Ulaanbaatar city center. Modern terminal opened in 2021 with dedicated lanes for diplomatic passports.
Major Airlines
- • MIAT Mongolian Airlines (National carrier)
- • Korean Air (Seoul-Ulaanbaatar)
- • Air China (Beijing-Ulaanbaatar)
- • Turkish Airlines (Istanbul connection)
- • Aeroflot (Moscow-Ulaanbaatar)
Popular Routes
- • Via Beijing: Air China, 2.5 hours
- • Via Seoul: Korean Air, 2 hours
- • Via Istanbul: Turkish Airlines
- • Via Moscow: Aeroflot
- • Via Tokyo: MIAT, 4 hours
🏨 Hotel Accommodation
Novotel Hotel Ulaanbaatar - Special Rate
Stay at the conference venue with special IAAC event rates starting from $146/night. Includes breakfast, Wi-Fi, pool access, and all amenities.
Direct Booking Instructions
48-Hour Registration Requirement
All visitors must register with local authorities within 48 hours of arrival at their accommodation. Hotels typically handle this process for guests automatically.
🌤️ Weather in September
🏥 Health & Safety
Health
- • No mandatory vaccinations
- • Travel insurance recommended
- • High altitude: 1,300m elevation
Safety
- • 24/7 emergency assistance available
- • Embassy contacts provided