Mongolians are extremely friendly people and are very welcoming to foreigners, but it would still be nice of you to accept some of their local customs and rules for behavior. One of the things to remember is that Mongolians always give or pass things to others with their right hand, never their left.

A yurt is a portable, circular dwelling made of a lattice of flexible poles and covered in felt or other fabric. They are a sturdy, reliable type of tent. Yurts have been the primary style of home in Central Asia, particularly Mongolia, for thousands of years.

On average, budget travelers spend $12 (₮41,710) per person per day, mid-range travelers spend $31 (₮106,859) per day, and luxury travelers spend around $82 (₮277,625) per day. These costs are calculated from the expenses of previous travelers to Mongolia. For more details, see Is Mongolia Expensive?

You do not need a visa if visiting for fewer than 90 days, but your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your date of arrival. If you plan to work, study, or reside in Mongolia, apply for a visa at the Mongolian Embassy in Washington, DC.