Guide to Residency in Mongolia

Obtaining a residency visa in Mongolia is not always easy, but our Guide to Residency in Mongolia gives newcomers an overview of the steps involved and advice from others who have already navigated the process.

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• Prepare Necessary Documents
  • Valid Passport: Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay.
  • Invitation Letter: Obtain an invitation letter from a Mongolian company, educational institution, or individual sponsor.
  • Visa Application Form: Fill out the visa application form. You can download it from the Mongolian Embassy website.
  • Passport Photos: Prepare recent passport-sized photos.
  • Proof of Financial Means: Provide bank statements or other financial documents to prove you can support yourself during your stay.
• Apply for a Visa
  • Visit the Mongolian Embassy: Submit your visa application and required documents at the nearest Mongolian Embassy or Consulate.
  • Pay the Visa Fee: Pay the applicable visa fee. Fees vary depending on the type of visa and your nationality.
  • Wait for Processing: The processing time varies, so check with the embassy for the expected duration.
• Arrive in Mongolia
  • Entry at the Border: Present your passport and visa at the border control upon arrival.
  • Register with Immigration: Within 7 days of arrival, register with the Immigration, Naturalization, and Foreign Citizens Agency (INFCA).
• Apply for a Tax Number
  • Visit the Tax Office: Go to the General Department of Taxation in Ulaanbaatar or the local tax office nearest to your place of residence.
  • Submit Required Documents: Provide your passport, visa, and a completed application form.
  • Wait for Processing: The processing time for obtaining a tax number may vary.
• Obtain a Temporary Residence Permit
  • Visit the INFCA: Go to the Immigration, Naturalization, and Foreign Citizens Agency.
  • Submit Required Documents: Provide your passport, visa, tax number, and other required documents such as a health certificate and proof of accommodation.
  • Pay the Fee: Pay the fee for the temporary residence permit.
  • Wait for Processing: The processing time can vary, so inquire at the INFCA for the expected duration.
• Obtain a Permanent Residence Permit (if applicable)
  • Meet the Criteria: Ensure you meet the criteria for permanent residency, such as having lived in Mongolia for a certain number of years, being married to a Mongolian citizen, or making significant investments.
  • Visit the INFCA: Go to the Immigration, Naturalization, and Foreign Citizens Agency.
  • Submit Required Documents: Provide all necessary documents, including your passport, tax number, health certificate, and proof of meeting the criteria for permanent residency.
  • Pay the Fee: Pay the fee for the permanent residence permit.
  • Wait for Processing: The processing time can be lengthy, so be prepared to wait.
• Regularly Renew Your Residency Status
  • Check Expiration Dates: Keep track of the expiration dates of your visa and residence permit.
  • Visit the INFCA: Go to the Immigration, Naturalization, and Foreign Citizens Agency before your documents expire.
  • Submit Required Documents: Provide all necessary documents for renewal.
  • Pay the Fee: Pay the renewal fee.

What tips do expats have about residency and visas in Mongolia?

"To enter Mongolia, visitors must obtain a visa prior to arrival. The process of applying for a visa involves submitting an application form, a valid passport, a passport-sized photograph, and the applicable visa fee. Depending on the purpose of the visit, additional documents may be required. To apply for residency in Mongolia, applicants must submit an application form, a valid passport, a passport-sized photograph, and the applicable fee. Depending on the purpose of the residency, additional documents may be required. Applicants may also need to provide proof of employment, proof of financial stability, and proof of health insurance. Once the application is approved, the applicant will receive a residency permit," commented one member living in Mongolia.