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umrah 23 Jul 2026

Saudi Arabia Tightens Umrah Operator Rules and Suspends Violators

Saudi Arabia is enforcing stricter licensing rules for Umrah operators and suspending companies that breach service standards, part of a drive to protect pilgrims.

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saudi 23 Jul 2026

Saudi Health Rules Restrict Hajj and Umrah for Serious Illness

Saudi Arabia has set stricter health and fitness requirements for pilgrims, barring serious uncontrolled conditions and mandating vaccination and physical capability.

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umrah 23 Jul 2026

Saudi Arabia launches one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has introduced a one-year, multiple-entry Umrah visa allowing pilgrims to enter the Kingdom several times with a cumulative stay of up to 90 days, booked through the Nusuk platform.

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umrah 23 Jul 2026

When does the 1448 Umrah season close? Saudi sets final deadlines

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has published the 1448 AH Umrah calendar: visa issuance ends 9 March 2027, final entry is 23 March 2027, and all Umrah-visa pilgrims must leave by 7 April 2027, with Nusuk permits required throughout.

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hajj 23 Jul 2026

Hajj 2027 roadmap sets Sept 26 registration deadline and package overhaul

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has issued the 1448 AH Hajj roadmap, setting a 26 September 2026 registration deadline, discontinuing the lowest package tier, and mandating operator training and integrated service packages.

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makkah 22 Jul 2026

Grand Mosque Third Expansion lifts capacity toward two million

The Third Saudi Expansion of the Grand Mosque has raised capacity to around 1.85 million worshippers, with work continuing toward more than two million.

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