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umrah 17 Jun 2026

Saudi Arabia Suspends 21 Umrah Companies Over Service Failures

The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah suspended 21 Umrah service companies on June 13, 2026, citing poor performance and regulatory violations as it tightens standards across the sector.

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umrah 16 Jun 2026

Nusuk App Passes 51 Million Users as Digital Pilgrimage Expands

Saudi Arabia's official Nusuk pilgrimage app has passed 51 million users across more than 190 countries, consolidating over 130 services for Hajj and Umrah travellers.

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umrah 15 Jun 2026

New Airline Routes Widen Global Access for Umrah Pilgrims

New carriers and routes, including a flynas Jeddah-Rabat link, Mukhtara Air in Indonesia and resumed Uzbekistan flights, are expanding air access for Umrah pilgrims in the 2026 season.

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umrah 15 Jun 2026

Saudi Arabia Sets 1448 AH Umrah Deadlines and Visa Entry Rules

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has set the key dates for the 1448 AH Umrah season and reminded pilgrims that visa holders must now enter the Kingdom within a shorter window after issuance.

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umrah 15 Jun 2026

Over 11.2 Million Performed Umrah in Final Quarter of 2025

Saudi statistics show more than 11.2 million pilgrims performed Umrah in the fourth quarter of 2025, split almost evenly between visitors from abroad and worshippers already inside the Kingdom.

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umrah 15 Jun 2026

Pilgrims Can Perform Umrah on Tourist, Transit or Business Visas

Pilgrims can now perform Umrah on tourist, transit, business and other valid Saudi visas as the 1448 AH season opens, though Nusuk bookings and a 30-day visa window apply.

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