Mongolia has its own entry rules for foreign visitors, including travellers from South Africa. To enter and stay in Mongolia, South African citizens must obtain a Mongolia eVisa before travel. In this article, we have included all the information about the Mongolian eVisa, such as processing times, required documents, and the application process.
Passport bio page
Passport validity beyond 6 months from the date of entry, with 2 pages for immigration stamps
Taken within 6 months
The photo should not have glare or shadows
Host invitation letter or hotel stay proof
Return flight tickets
Verified copy of academic qualifications
A vaccination record that confirms you are medically fit to travel, enter, and stay in Mongolia
A document mentioning the purpose and duration of stay
Access the Mongolia eVisa Fee webpage, and use the fee calculator tool to determine how much you are required to pay.
Time Taken: 9 - 11 Working Days
Fee: An extra fee is not charged.
Time Taken:5 - 9 Working Days
Fee: An extra processing fee is charged.
Time Taken:3 - 5 working days
Fee: The highest processing fee is charged.
Complete the Mongolian eVisa application form using personal, passport, and travel details.
After reviewing, upload the documents in scanned format and submit the eVisa application form.
Pay the required fee, and the approved eVisa will be delivered to your email when issued.
For the exact status of your Mongolian eVisa application, visit the Mongolia eVisa Application Status webpage.
Before applying, please ensure each document is valid.
Fill in your passport details, travel dates, and personal information accurately without any mistakes, as this can delay the processing.
Before paying the fee, check that your credit/debit card has sufficient balance and is open for international transactions.
Always use your current email address, as the approved Mongolia eVisa will be sent via email and can also be used for future correspondence.
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English translation |
Mongolia |
Pronunciation |
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Hello, how are you? |
Sain baina uu! |
[Sain by noo!] |
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Fine, how are you? |
Sain, ta sain baina uu! |
[Sain, ta sain by noo!] |
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Fine (well, good). |
Sain. |
[Sain] |
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What’s the news? |
Sonin saikhan yu baina? |
[Sonin saikhan you bain?] |
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Nothing really. |
Yumgui dee. |
[Yumgui de] |
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Good morning! |
Ugloonii mend! |
[Ug-loe-nee mend!] |
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Good afternoon! |
Odriin mend! |
[Ud-reen mend!] |
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Good evening! |
Oroinii mend! |
[O-roin mend!] |
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Goodbye! |
Bayartai! |
[Ba-yar-tye!] |
It can be used only at Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN) in Ulaanbaatar.
Yes. Keeping a copy on your phone or email is useful in case the print becomes damaged during travel.
You may receive a request to upload new documents. Responding promptly helps prevent delays.