Self-Drive Car Rental in Mongolia

Explore Mongolia freely with our self-drive rental service. Choose from city cars and 4WD vehicles suitable for road trips, countryside routes and adventure travel.

Available Vehicles

Toyota Prius
City and short road trips
Toyota Alphard
Comfortable family travel
Toyota Land Cruiser 200
4WD countryside and long-distance travel
Toyota Prado
4WD road trip option
Toyota Hilux
Adventure and expedition routes
UAZ / Purgon
Available on request

Rental Requirements

  • Valid passport
  • Valid driving license
  • International Driving Permit if required
  • Rental agreement
  • Deposit / security payment
  • Confirmed travel route and rental dates

Driving in Mongolia as a Foreigner

Foreign travelers may drive in Mongolia if they hold a valid driving license and meet local driving requirements. Travelers from countries that signed the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic may usually drive with their valid national license and passport.

Some travelers may need an International Driving Permit or additional authorization depending on nationality, vehicle type and travel route.

Insurance and Driver Responsibility

Our vehicles include standard insurance. However, the driver remains responsible for damages caused by negligence, misuse or violation of rental conditions.

Driver responsibility may include:

  • Off-road misuse
  • River or water crossing damage
  • Tire damage
  • Windshield damage
  • Undercarriage damage
  • Traffic violations and camera fines
  • Driving under the influence of alcohol
  • Damage caused by careless driving

Authorization and Notary Documents

For some vehicles, especially high-value 4WD cars such as Land Cruiser 200, Prado or Hilux, additional authorization documents may be required.

This may include a rental agreement, vehicle documents, insurance documents or notarized authorization allowing the renter to drive the vehicle.

Requirements may vary depending on the vehicle owner, insurance condition, rental period and travel route.

Deposit Policy

A refundable deposit may be required before the rental starts. The deposit amount depends on the vehicle type, rental duration, insurance condition and travel route.

Vehicle Type Estimated Deposit
Prius From 500 USD
Alphard From 800 USD
Prado From 1,000 USD
Land Cruiser 200 From 1,500 USD
Expedition / remote route May be higher
Final deposit amount will be confirmed depending on the selected vehicle and route.

Road Conditions in Mongolia

  • Mongolia has right-hand traffic.
  • Long distances between towns are common.
  • Some countryside roads are unpaved or off-road.
  • Fuel stations may be limited in remote areas.
  • Mobile signal may be unavailable in some regions.
  • Animals may cross the road without warning.
  • Speed cameras and police checks are common.

Safety Advice

Many road accidents in Mongolia are related to tired driving, drunk driving, speeding, night driving and failure to switch headlights properly.

Never drive when tired or under the influence of alcohol. Avoid long night driving, especially in the countryside.
  • Rest regularly during long-distance driving.
  • Use headlights correctly at night.
  • Follow speed limits.
  • Use offline maps and GPS.
  • Carry enough fuel, water and food for remote routes.
  • Check road and weather conditions before departure.
  • Do not attempt unknown river crossings without guidance.

Rental Conditions

  • Fuel is not included in the rental price.
  • Only registered drivers may drive the vehicle.
  • The vehicle must be returned in the same condition.
  • Traffic fines are the renter’s responsibility.
  • Off-road restrictions may apply.
  • Naadam and peak season availability is limited.
  • Some routes may only be available with a driver.

Estimated Rental Prices

Vehicle Estimated Price
Prius From 110 USD/day
Alphard From 150 USD/day
Land Cruiser 200 From 200 USD/day

Prices may vary depending on season, availability, rental duration and route.

Contact BookingMongolia

Send us your travel dates, preferred vehicle, number of travelers and planned route. We will recommend the most suitable vehicle and rental conditions for your Mongolia road trip.