Saudi authorities now require Umrah pilgrims to have confirmed hotel bookings and arranged transport when applying for visas, a rule intended to better manage pilgrim movement and prevent fraudulent ...

Saudi Arabia has implemented a mandatory 90-day health insurance policy for overseas pilgrims undertaking Hajj and Umrah. This coverage, linked to visa issuance, provides emergency medical protection ...

The Ministry of Hajj previously announced that people under certain categories can book their Umrah trips via Nusuk before they arrive in Saudi Arabia The Ministry said in a statement “The Kingdom of ...

UAE Operators Urge Pilgrims To Follow Approved Plans . UAE-based Umrah operators explain the rules behind recent agency suspensions and what pilgrims should know <li /> PUBLISHED: Thu 5 Feb 2026, 1: ...

Preparing for Umrah is a deeply spiritual undertaking for Muslims in India, and it requires more than just faith—it demands meticulous planning, accurate documentation, and compliance with Saudi visa ...

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has commenced visa issuance for the 2026 Hajj season, beginning February 8. This ...

The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has issued a firm reminder to all participating countries regarding the critical deadlines for Hajj 2026, emphasising ...

Saudi Arabia has started issuing Hajj 2026 visas and this early process aims to improve planning and coordination for ...

RIYADH — The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced the commencement of visa issuance for the 2026 Hajj season (1447 AH) on Sunday, February 8, corresponding to Sha'ban 20.This early launch is ...