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E1 — Student Visa (Higher Education)

Study Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

3–15 days

Estimated Cost

MNT ₮145,000

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

For foreign nationals studying at higher education institutions.

The E1 visa is designed for international students enrolled in higher education institutions in Mongolia. It requires institutional sponsorship and mandates registration with the Immigration Agency within 21 days of entry. The status is renewable annually provided the student maintains enrollment.

Cost Breakdown

Residence Permit Fee (Standard)MNT ₮135,000

Residency Card FeeMNT ₮10,000

TotalMNT ₮145,000

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

1 year

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Admission/acceptance letter from a recognized Mongolian educational institution

Passport valid for at least 180 days

Proof of tuition payment

Medical examination

Proof of funds

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Official request from the inviting institution

Proof of tuition payment

Passport (valid 180+ days)

Medical examination

Proof of funds

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Access to Mongolian higher education
Renewable status

Worth Knowing

Requires registration within 21 days of arrival
No automatic work rights
Lack of admission from a recognized institution
Insufficient proof of funds
Incomplete medical documentation

Application Process

Inviting institution applies for Visa Permission online

Receive approval notification

Apply for visa at Embassy/Consulate

Enter Mongolia

Register with Immigration Agency within 21 days

Submit biometric data for Residence Permit

Application Forms

Immigration Agency of Mongolia Online Portal

Fill online

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Overview

For foreign nationals studying at higher education institutions.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Admission/acceptance letter from a recognized Mongolian educational institution

Passport valid for at least 180 days

Proof of tuition payment

Medical examination

Proof of funds

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Official request from the inviting institution

Proof of tuition payment

Passport (valid 180+ days)

Medical examination

Proof of funds