Saudi Arabia Cuts Umrah Entry Visa Validity to 30 Days
Saudi Arabia has shortened the Umrah entry visa validity from three months to one month from the date of issuance, requiring pilgrims to plan travel more carefully for the 1448 AH season.
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Umrah 1448 AH Season Opens: Nusuk App Mandatory for All Pilgrims
Saudi Arabia has begun issuing Umrah visas for the 1448 AH season, with pilgrims able to enter Makkah from June 1, 2026. The Nusuk application is now mandatory for permit issuance regardless of visa type.
Saudi Arabia Announces Full Umrah 1448 Calendar: Key Dates from June 2026 to April 2027
Saudi Arabia announces the full Umrah 1448 calendar running June 2026 to April 2027, with a new 30-day visa entry rule replacing the previous 90-day window.
Umrah Visas Resume May 31 as Saudi Arabia Reopens Makkah After Hajj 2026
Saudi Arabia resumes Umrah visa issuance on May 31 with Makkah reopening June 1. A new 30-day entry rule replaces the previous 90-day window for the 1448 AH Umrah season.
Stranded Umrah Pilgrims Returned Home After Ministerial Intervention
33 stranded Bangladeshi Umrah pilgrims returned home after ministerial intervention, highlighting the importance of choosing licensed travel operators and maintaining proper documentation.
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Umrah pilgrims surpass 11.2 million in Q4 2025 - Saudi Gazette
Umrah pilgrims surpass 11.2 million in Q4 2025 Saudi Gazette
Umrah by Bus from the GCC: Road Routes to Makkah in 2026 - Wego Travel Blog
Umrah by Bus from the GCC: Road Routes to Makkah in 2026 Wego Travel Blog
Saudi announces new Umrah calendar: Visa details, key dates revealed - Gulf Business
Saudi announces new Umrah calendar: Visa details, key dates revealed Gulf Business
Saudi Arabia opens visa applications for new Umrah season - Arab News
Saudi Arabia opens visa applications for new Umrah season Arab News
Saudi Arabia Joins Turkey, Pakistan, India, Sudan, Indonesia, Yemen, Bangladesh and More Countries to Unleash Revolutionary Umrah Visa System, Enhancing Pilgrim Access and Tourism Opportunities - Travel And Tour World
Saudi Arabia Joins Turkey, Pakistan, India, Sudan, Indonesia, Yemen, Bangladesh and More Countries to Unleash Revolutionary Umrah Visa System, Enhancing Pilgrim Access and Tourism Opportunities Travel And Tour World
New Umrah season: Saudi begins issuing visas to pilgrims worldwide - Gulf Business
New Umrah season: Saudi begins issuing visas to pilgrims worldwide Gulf Business