Starting from August 27, Ulaanbaatar will implement a 20-day restriction on odd and even license plate numbers in response to the expected surge in traffic congestion as the new school year begins.
According to the capital city authorities, a public survey was conducted to gauge citizens’ views on limiting vehicle use by odd and even license plates on weekdays, regardless of zoning. The survey closed at midnight yesterday, and based on the results, the decision to enforce the restriction was finalized.
The measure will be in effect for 20 days, though it will be suspended on September 1, the official first day of school.
D.Badarsan, coordinator of the Capital’s Road Traffic Congestion Reduction Project and Program, confirmed the decision alongside the Traffic Control Authority (TCA) and the Traffic Safety and Road Transport Center (TSRTC).
Odd-Even Driving Schedule in Ulaanbaatar (Aug 27 – Sep 16, 2025)
 If your license plate ends in an odd number (1, 3, 5, 7, 9):
You may drive on: August 27, 29, 31 and September 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15.
If your license plate ends in an even number (0, 2, 4, 6, 8):
You may drive on: August 28, 30 and September 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16.
The restrictions will apply from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM in six central districts.

Published Date:2025-08-26