Extending Your Stay in Mongolia: 2026 Guide

Written on 07/01/2026
NomadGo


Finding yourself falling in love with the vast steppes and wanting a few more weeks in the "Land of the Eternal Blue Sky"? You aren't alone. Fortunately, Mongolian law allows foreign visitors to extend their stay quite easily—if you know the rules.

Based on the latest 2026 updates from the Immigration Agency of Mongolia (IAM), here is everything you and your inviting party need to know to secure an extension without the stress.

⚖️ The Legal Basis

Under Article 19.2 of the Law on the Legal Status of Foreign Nationals, temporary visitors (including those from the 34 visa-exempt countries in 2026) are permitted a one-time extension of up to 30 days.

Quick "Must-Know" Rules:

  • The 5-Day Rule: You must apply at least 5 working days before your current visa expires.

  • The 90-Day Gap: You can only request another extension 90 days after your previous one has expired.

  • Clean Record Only: If you have violated immigration laws or received penalties under the Law on Infringement, your extension will be denied.


💻 How to Apply Online

The Immigration Agency has streamlined the process. You no longer need to spend your whole day in a waiting room; you can start the process at immigration.gov.mn.

Required Documents (Digital Scans):

  1. Inviter’s Official Letter: An official request citing the grounds for extension. (If your inviter is an individual, a signed application is required).

  2. Passport Copy: A clear photo of your personal information page.

  3. Current Visa: A scan/photo of your current Mongolian visa.

  4. Entry Stamp: Proof of your most recent entry date.

  5. Payment Receipt: Proof of the state stamp duty payment.


💰 Fees & Payment Details (2026)

The fee is calculated based on the number of days you wish to stay.

Days Fee (MNT) Days Fee (MNT)
1–7 Days 40,000 20 Days 112,800
10 Days 56,800 25 Days 140,800
15 Days 84,800 30 Days 168,800

Payment Instructions:

Attention: Before making any payments, always check the information on the following website: Click Here
  • Bank: Golomt Bank

  • Account Number: MN59 0015 00 1320000052

  • Recipient Name: До.За Улсын тэмдэгтийн хураамж

  • Description: Must include "Visa extension [Number] days" and your name.

Attention: Before making any payments, always check the information on the following website: Click Here

NomadGo isn't responsible for any transactions done by the customer to extend their visa, always follow the links and information provided by the goverment.

📍 Where to Get Your Official Stamp

Even if you apply online, you still need the physical "Registered" mark in your passport. You can obtain this at:

  • Any international border checkpoint.

  • The IAM Head Office in Ulaanbaatar (near the airport).

  • Local branch offices or senior specialists in any aimag (province).