🇲🇳 Mongolia Relocation Data 2026
Key statistics for expats and relocators
Data updated · Region: Asia · Free with attribution (CC BY 4.0)
Overall Score
39/100
Global Rank
#70/95
Est. Monthly Cost
$1,400
Dimension Breakdown
Confidence: 80%. Scores weighted using default quality-of-life profile. Source: WhereNext Global Relocation Index, compiled from institutional datasets (World Bank, WHO, GPI, OECD, EF EPI).
Cost of Living Breakdown
| Category | Affordability Index | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | 60.8/100 | Moderate |
| Rent | 68.7/100 | Moderate |
| Property Purchase | 71.12/100 | Affordable |
| Utilities | 56.28/100 | Moderate |
| Transport | 60.88/100 | Moderate |
| Overall (composite) | 38 | higher = more expensive |
Sub-indexes: higher = more affordable. Overall index: higher = more expensive. Estimated solo monthly cost: $1,400 USD (calibrated so US index 82 = ~$3,000/mo).
Top Cities in Mongolia
| City | Est. Monthly Cost | Cost Index | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ulaanbaatar | $1,400 | 38 | 72 |
| Erdenet | $1,400 | 38 | 72 |
| Darkhan | $1,400 | 38 | 72 |
| Choibalsan | $1,400 | 38 | 72 |
Tax Overview
| Tax Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Top Income Tax Rate | 25% |
| VAT / GST | 10% |
| Corporate Tax | 25% |
| Effective Rate at $60K | 14% |
Two-bracket system (10% and 25%). Mining sector drives government revenue.
Effective Tax by Income Tier (Salary)
| Gross Income (USD) | Effective Rate | Monthly Take-Home |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | 26% | $3,096 |
| $100,000 | 31% | $5,742 |
| $200,000 | 34% | $11,033 |
Estimated for a single-filer resident on salary income. Includes income tax + social contributions. Actual liability varies by residency status, treaties, and deductions. Sources: OECD Tax Database, Deloitte Tax Guides.
Visa Access by Passport
| Passport | Access Level | Max Stay (days) | Work Allowed | Nomad Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Visa-Free | 30 | No | No |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Visa-Free | 30 | No | No |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Visa-Free | 30 | No | No |
Visa data for tourist/short-stay access. Work permits and long-term residency require separate applications. Source: WhereNext visa requirements database (73 passports mapped).
Key Facts
| Capital | Ulaanbaatar |
| Population | 3.4 Million |
| Currency | Mongolian Tugrik (MNT) |
| Languages | Mongolian |
| Region | East Asia |
| Timezone | ULAT (UTC+8) |
| English Proficiency | Low |
How to Cite
WhereNext. "Mongolia Relocation Data 2026." WhereNext Open Data, 2026-04-12. https://getwherenext.com/data/country/mn. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.