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Sample of the Business Travel Requirements for a Mongolia Visa for Australian Citizens
Visa Validity
Visa is valid from the date of issue. Entry must be made within the validity date specified on the visa, and the date of exit can be after the expiry date of the visa.
The validity of the issued visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.
Duration of Stay
The maximum duration of stay is:
- Single Entry - 30 days
- Double/Multiple Entry - 30 days per entry
The duration of stay issued on the visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.
Passport
The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:
- Be valid for six months beyond exit date
- Have two blank facing visa pages
Copy of Passport Identification Page
You must provide a clear, colour copy of the information (biodata) page(s) from the applicant's passport.
CIBTvisas can supply this requirement at a fee of $5.50 + GST per page if not received with the application. This will minimise the risk of delay for successful visa issuance.
Photograph(s)
One passport sized colour photograph. The photograph must:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be 45mm (h) by 35 mm (w)
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photo should be glued to the designated section of the visa application form (in the absence of a designated area, affix to the top right or top left corner).
Business Introduction Letter
You are required to provide a Business Introduction Letter from your Australian-based company. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays an Australia mailing address. Use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://cibtvisas.com.au/forms?formname=Business-Introduction-Letter-Sample.pdf using the exact language and format provided in order to prevent a rejection and possible delays with your visa request.
Letter of Invitation
A letter of invitation from the applicant's host company. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:
- Be on company letter head including the full address and contact details of the host
- Be addressed to the Mongolian Embassy
- Specify the applicant's full name, gender, date of birth, passport number etc..
- Specify the purpose and duration of stay
- Specify the type of visa, validity and number of entries requested
- Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
- Be signed and dated by the applicant's host
Letter of Authorisation
For single and double entry applications, authorisation from the Mongolian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is required. This permission can be obtained by the company hosting the applicant in Mongolia. The Ministry will then forward the authorisation to the Mongolian Embassy in Australia. If possible, it is recommended to provide the reference number of the authorisation on the Australian company's business letter.
For multiple entry applications, a letter from the Mongolian Office for Immigration, Naturalisation and Foreign Citizens (OINFC) or the reference number of the letter from OINFC is required. This permission can be obtained by the company hosting the applicant in Mongolia.
Proof of Travel Arrangements
Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as:
- A copy of the flight itinerary showing exact entry and exit dates and locations, which includes the passengers name
- A copy of the confirmed hotel booking or confirmed tour booking, which includes the passengers name
Visa Application Form
One fully completed and signed application form (do not print double sided) including the Application Checklist
CIBTvisas Order Confirmation
Please provide the CIBTvisas Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.
Double Entry Applicants
To obtain a Double Entry Business Visa, applicants must provide proof that they have previously travelled to Mongolia on a Single Entry Business Visa.
If the previous business visa and entry and exit stamps are in an expired or cancelled passport, applicants must include copies of the bio-data page of the expired/cancelled passport as well as the previous visa and entry and exit stamps from the previous trip.
If the previous passport is not available (e.g. old passports that have been lost / destroyed etc.) applicants will only be eligible to apply for a Single Entry Business Visa.
Please note: Applicants requesting a Double Entry Business Visa must:
- Include a business letter which requests the issuance of a double entry business visa, specifying the dates of entry and exit for both entries
- Request that the Authorisation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs being sent to the Embassy is for a Double entry business visa
- Include an itinerary that shows entry and exit dates and places for both entries
Sample of the Tourist Travel Requirements for a Mongolia Visa for Australian Citizens
Visa May Not Be Required
The Government of Mongolia has implemented a temporary visa-free regime starting January 4th, 2023 to December 31st, 2025. During this period no visa is required for a maximum stay of up to 30 days.
Please keep in mind that even if staying less than 30 days, you must:
- Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
- Hold proof of sufficient funds
- Hold proof of onward/return airline tickets
- Hold all documents required for the next destination
- Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change
For stays of longer than 30 days, a visa is required. The requirements can be found within the CIBTvisas application pack.
Visa Validity
Visa is valid from the date of issue. Entry must be made within the validity date specified on the visa, and the date of exit can be after the expiry date of the visa.
The validity of the issued visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.
Duration of Stay
The maximum duration of stay is:
- Single Entry - 30 days
- Double/Multiple Entry - 30 days per entry
The duration of stay issued on the visa is at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate and may vary to that advertised.
Passport
The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:
- Be valid for six months beyond exit date
- Have two blank facing visa pages
Copy of Passport Identification Page
You must provide a clear, colour copy of the information (biodata) page(s) from the applicant's passport.
CIBTvisas can supply this requirement at a fee of $5.50 + GST per page if not received with the application. This will minimise the risk of delay for successful visa issuance.
Photograph(s)
One passport sized colour photograph. The photograph must:
- Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be 45mm (h) by 35 mm (w)
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photo should be glued to the designated section of the visa application form (in the absence of a designated area, affix to the top right or top left corner).
Proof of Travel Arrangements
Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as:
- A copy of the flight itinerary showing exact entry and exit dates and locations, which includes the passengers name
- A copy of the confirmed hotel booking or confirmed tour booking, which includes the passengers name
Visiting Friends & Family
Applicants visiting friends or family must include a copy of the inviter’s Resident Card and a letter of invitation written and signed by the inviter. The letter of invitation must:
- Be dated and addressed to the Embassy of Mongolia
- Include the inviters name, address and contact details
- Include the applicants length of stay in Mongolia
- Include details of the purpose of the trip
Minor Applicants
Children under the age of 18 need to provide the additional documents:
- A letter from the parents or legal guarding showing:
- Approval for travel
- Length of travel
- Person(s) travelling with the minor
- Person responsible for funding the travel
- Parents' or legal guardians' contact details
- A copy of the birth certificate
- A letter from the parents or legal guarding showing:
Visa Application Form
One fully completed and signed application form (do not print double sided) including the Application Checklist
CIBTvisas Order Confirmation
Please provide the CIBTvisas Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.
Double Entry Applicants
A double-entry tourist visa is only available where the traveller is making a side trip from Mongolia and returning within a short time. The double-entry visa cannot be used to make two separate trips to Mongolia. Itinerary must show entry and exit dates and places for both entries.
