Mongolia

When traveling to Mongolia, your nationality and the types of activities you will conduct during your trip will determine whether you may travel lawfully as a business visitor or if you require work authorization. Please seek advice from your immigration counsel if you are uncertain about the specific types of activities that constitute business or work.

What types of activities may I engage in as a business visitor?

As a business visitor to Mongolia, you may engage in the activities below. While this list is not exhaustive and other activities could qualify as business, you may:

• » Attend business meetings or roundtable discussions
• » Attend contract discussions
• » Attend conferences or seminars
• » Audit company accounts

If I qualify as a business visitor, do I need a visa for Mongolia?

Most foreign nationals are required to obtain a Business Visit “B” Visa from a Mongolian Consulate or Embassy prior to travel. In some cases, a treaty or special agreement authorizes citizens of certain countries, such as the United States and Brazil, to enter Mongolia on visa-waivered status and conduct business activities on a short-term basis. Please obtain an individual assessment before traveling to determine your eligibility for a visa waiver.

What types of activities require work authorization?

The activities below, whether paid or unpaid, generally constitute work under Mongolian law. This list is not exhaustive, and many other professional activities are considered work in Mongolia, even if conducted for a short duration.

• » Hands-on technical work
• » Repairs and maintenance
• » Marketing

If I am traveling to Mongolia for work, what type of work authorization do I need?

All foreign nationals intending to engage in productive work in Mongolia must secure work authorization in the form of an HG Visa and Work Permit. The requirements for work authorization depend on your qualifications and on the nature and duration of your work. An HG Visa also requires sponsorship by a registered company in Mongolia.

Is it possible to be exempted from work authorization requirements?

Mongolia does not offer work authorization exemptions.

Inevitably, the legal and strategic considerations impacting visa selection, as well as visa waiver and work authorization eligibility, entail the careful consideration of many factors. We recommend that you consult with your immigration counsel before taking any course of action.

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