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umrah 21 Jun 2026

Rawdah Permits Explained as 1448 Umrah Season Opens

As the 1448 AH Umrah season opens, access to the Rawdah in the Prophet's Mosque is governed entirely by digital Nusuk permits. Pilgrims are advised to book QR-code slots before arriving in Madinah.

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umrah 20 Jun 2026

Saudi Hajj Ministry Suspends 21 Umrah Companies Over Performance

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has suspended 21 Umrah companies for poor performance and regulatory violations ahead of the 1448 AH season.

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umrah 20 Jun 2026

Saudi Arabia Automates Umrah Contracting Through Masar Nusuk Platform

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched a digital contracting service on the Masar Nusuk platform to automate agreements with external agents and service providers for the 1448 AH Umrah season.

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umrah 20 Jun 2026

Summer Umrah Returns: Staying Safe in Makkah's Heat in 1448

As the 1448 Umrah season opens, pilgrims face summer heat above 40C in Makkah. Sensible timing, hydration, and use of cooling infrastructure keep the rites safe.

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umrah 19 Jun 2026

Umrah Season Reopens for 1448 AH With Nusuk-Only Permits

Saudi Arabia reopened the 1448 AH Umrah season on May 31, 2026, with Grand Mosque permits now issued only through the Nusuk app and a shorter 30-day visa entry window.

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umrah 18 Jun 2026

Umrah Entry Visa Validity Cut to 30 Days Under New Rules

Saudi Arabia has cut the Umrah entry visa validity from three months to 30 days, while requiring verified Nusuk hotel bookings before a visa is issued.

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