After several weeks of uncertainty and speculation, Mongolia has officially made its decision… at the last minute.
Mongolian authorities confirmed today the extension of the visa exemption for nationals of 34 countries until January 1, 2027, a measure initially introduced in 2023 on a temporary basis.
In a statement released on Wednesday, December 31, the Embassy of Mongolia in France announced that “the Mongolian government will temporarily exempt (until January 1, 2027) citizens of 34 countries, including French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Monegasque nationals holding ordinary passports, from the visa requirement for tourist stays of up to 30 days.”
Highly anticipated by travelers and tourism professionals alike, this decision puts an end to concerns about a possible reinstatement of visa requirements in 2026 and reaffirms the country’s intention to continue promoting international tourism.
Mongolia: Who can enter without a visa in 2026?
The extension confirms that the original list of eligible countries remains unchanged.
In 2026, citizens of the following 34 countries and territories will continue to be able to travel to Mongolia visa-free for tourism stays of up to 30 days:
- Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.
As part of the “Visit Mongolia Year” program, Mongolian authorities also confirmed the extension of visa-free entry for South Korean nationals, allowing tourist stays of up to 90 days. This exemption is now valid through December 31, 2026.
No visa exempted for the 3rd largest economy in the world i.e. India. So disappointing.