Electricity, Mobile Network & Internet Access in Mongolia (2025)

Stay charged, stay connected—on the road and off the grid.

Whether you're riding across the steppe or relaxing in a ger camp, staying powered and online in Mongolia is manageable with a little preparation. Mir Expeditions ensures guests have access to essential connectivity—even in remote regions.

- Power Plug & Electricity

• Voltage: 220V
• Frequency: 50 Hz
• Plug Types: Type C and Type E (two round pins; same as most of Europe)
• Adapter Needed: Yes, for travelers from North America, UK, Australia, and other regions using different plug types
• Converter Needed: Only if your device doesn’t support 220V (check your charger label)

Charging Access:

• Hotels & Ger Camps: Most offer reliable electricity and standard outlets
• Mir Expeditions Travel Vehicles: All support vehicles are equipped with charging plugs for phones, cameras, and small devices
• Remote areas : Power in remote areas may be limited, solar-powered, or supplied by motor generators operating on scheduled hours—carry a fully charged power bank (10,000mAh or more recommended) to keep your devices running between charging opportunities.

- Mobile Network Coverage

Mongolia has four major mobile providers offering 4G LTE in cities and towns:

Best Coverage: Mobicom and Unitel—especially for countryside travel
SIM Card Cost: ~$7–$10 USD
Data Plans: 15–60 GB for ~$7–$30 USD
Where to Buy: Airport kiosks, official branches, convenience stores in Ulaanbaatar

- Internet Access

• Hotels & Guesthouses: Most offer free Wi-Fi
• Ger Camps: Some provide limited Wi-Fi, often in dining areas only
• Public Spaces: Free Wi-Fi available in malls, cafés, and airports
• Remote Areas: Internet and mobile reception may be unavailable—especially in the Gobi, Altai, and Khuvsgul regions

Mir Expeditions Connectivity Advantage:

• Select tours include access to a mobile Starlink station, providing satellite internet in remote regions where mobile coverage is unavailable
• Ideal for emergency communication, navigation updates, and staying in touch with family

- Travel Tips for Staying Connected

• Download maps, guides, and translation apps before departure
• Use offline navigation tools (e.g. Maps.me or Google Maps offline)
• Bring multiple charging cables and a backup battery
• Don’t rely on internet access in the countryside—plan ahead
• Ask Mir Expeditions staff about Starlink availability on your specific route