It is available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. In Mongolia, penalties for possession, use or trafficking in illegal drugs are strict, and convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and fines. Driving in the capital city of Ulaanbaatar can be extremely difficult due to poorly maintained streets, malfunctioning traffic lights, inadequate street lighting, and a shortage of traffic signs. There has been a dramatic increase in the number of vehicles on the road in recent years, but the knowledge and skills of the driving population has not kept pace with the influx of automobiles. There are few taxis in town and there is no regulation of the industry.
Most people simply wave down a vehicle and negotiate a price with the driver.
There are no car rental companies currently operating in Mongolia, but it is sometimes possible to hire a car and driver. Public transportation within the capital is extensive, cheap, and generally reliable, but it is also extremely crowded. There are few paved roads outside of the capital and driving can be hazardous, particularly after dark. U.S. dollars are generally accepted in most hotels and restaurants in Ulaanbaatar and other major tourist locations, despite an existing law that requires all commercial transactions to be conducted in Tugriks, the local currency. Travelers may find it useful to carry some cash in Tugriks, and visitors to areas outside of Ulaanbaatar should certainly do so.