TOURIST ARRIVALS INCREASED BY 39% IN THE FIRST QUARTER OF 2026 COMPARED WITH THE SAME PERIOD LAST YEAR

 

The number of foreign tourists visiting Mongolia continues to grow steadily, reflecting a tangible recovery in the tourism sector.

In particular:

In March 2026, 59,317 tourists arrived in Mongolia, an increase of 19,815 visitors, or 50%, compared with the same period last year.

In the first quarter of 2026, 143,431 tourists arrived, representing an increase of 40,580 visitors, or 39%, year-on-year.

According to the National Statistics Office, Mongolia’s GDP reached MNT 89.9 trillion in 2025, marking 6.8% growth, which indicates renewed economic activity and broader participation across sectors.

The growth structure shows increasing contribution from sectors such as agriculture and tourism, highlighting a trend toward a more diversified economic base. This further underscores the need to accelerate new projects and investment decisions, while expanding flexible financing structures and private sector participation.

UBIM is working to support regional development and the growth of the tourism sector through coordinated investment and cooperation policies across Mongolia’s western and central regions.