Hajj Ministry Launches Masar Nusuk Digital Contracting for Umrah
Saudi Arabia has launched a digital service through Masar Nusuk to qualify external agents and finalise Umrah contracts electronically for the 1448 AH season.
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Last updated: 18 Jun 2026, 2:20 AM (Saudi time)
Saudi Arabia has launched a digital service through Masar Nusuk to qualify external agents and finalise Umrah contracts electronically for the 1448 AH season.
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