The Immigration Agency of Mongolia recently conducted a nationwide inspection and found that 20 Chinese nationals were working illegally at "Arvainkhutag Gobi" LLC in Zamiin-Uud soum, Dornogovi province.
15 of them had entered Mongolia on tourist or K2-category electronic visas, while five had used visa-free border travel permits. Authorities determined that they were engaged in various occupations, including bricklaying, cooking, carpentry, welding, interior design, and construction assistance, despite lacking proper work permits.
In accordance with the Law on Violations, the individuals were fined and banned from re-entering Mongolia for three years. The Immigration Agency emphasized that tourist visas should only be used for travel and leisure, with clear travel routes, accommodation details, and itineraries. Using such visas for employment purposes or to avoid work permit fees is a direct violation of Mongolian law.
Authorities warned that inspections will continue and urged both foreign workers and the Mongolian businesses employing them to adhere to the country’s legal framework. Companies and individuals found violating immigration laws may face penalties, putting both their operations and foreign employees at risk.
The Immigration Agency of Mongolia recently conducted a nationwide inspection and found that 20 Chinese nationals were working illegally at "Arvainkhutag Gobi" LLC in Zamiin-Uud soum, Dornogovi province.
15 of them had entered Mongolia on tourist or K2-category electronic visas, while five had used visa-free border travel permits. Authorities determined that they were engaged in various occupations, including bricklaying, cooking, carpentry, welding, interior design, and construction assistance, despite lacking proper work permits.
In accordance with the Law on Violations, the individuals were fined and banned from re-entering Mongolia for three years. The Immigration Agency emphasized that tourist visas should only be used for travel and leisure, with clear travel routes, accommodation details, and itineraries. Using such visas for employment purposes or to avoid work permit fees is a direct violation of Mongolian law.
Authorities warned that inspections will continue and urged both foreign workers and the Mongolian businesses employing them to adhere to the country’s legal framework. Companies and individuals found violating immigration laws may face penalties, putting both their operations and foreign employees at risk.