Visitor & short-stay visas
Mongolian K6 Transit Visa
A short transit visa for travellers passing through Mongolia to a third country.
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Confirm K6 transit stay length (transit visas listed up to 10 days), validity and fee on the official portal.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Mongolia government website before you apply.
- Official name
- K6 transit visa
- Route type
- Transit
- Maximum stay
- Up to 10 days for transit visas
- Per the Immigration Agency visa duration table
- Application
- Online via evisa.mn where eligible
- Purpose
- Transit through Mongolia (K6 classification)
- Passport validity
- At least 180 days before intended travel
- Processing time
- About 3 working days (72 hours)
- Where to apply
- evisa.mn, or a Mongolian embassy/consulate or border point
Who it is for
- Travellers transiting Mongolia to reach a third country
- Passengers who need to leave the airport transit zone or make a short stop
How to apply
- Apply online via evisa.mn selecting the transit (K6) category, where eligible
- Provide evidence of onward travel to the third country
Requirements
- A passport (or accepted travel document) valid for at least 180 days before your intended date of travel to Mongolia.
- An official invitation letter from the inviting individual or legal entity, as required by the Immigration Agency for the transit classification.
- For the online route, your nationality must be on the Immigration Agency's e-visa eligible list.
- Travel purpose must be genuine transit through Mongolia to an onward destination.
Documents you may need
- Passport valid at least 180 days beyond intended travel.
- Copy of the passport bio-data page.
- Official invitation letter from the inviting person or organisation.
- Completed K6 application form.
- Onward travel evidence (onward/return ticket).
- Proof of fee payment.
Frequently asked questions
The transit classification is for short passage through Mongolia — Immigration Agency material indicates up to 10 days. It is intended for onward travel, not for a full visit.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.
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