Individuals entering the U.S. on tourist and other non-immigrant visas already pay a $185 processing fee. The new $1,000 ...

The State Department’s legal team said there was a “high risk” it would be rejected by the White House budget office or ...

In 2025, approximately 1.8 million Muslims will undertake Hajj, a mandatory pilgrimage to Mecca, scheduled from June 4-9.

Family and tourist visas were barred to nationals of more than 10 countries, including Egypt, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and Jordan.

The number of international pilgrims arriving in Saudi Arabia for Hajj 1446H has reached 890,883 as of the end of Friday, according to the General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat).The total reflects ...

Umrah Visa: With the exception of the Hajj season, these visas are accessible all year round.Applicants must use travel agencies approved by the Saudi Embassy and licensed by the Saudi Ministry of ...

Travel agents and Umrah operators based in the UAE have sought clarity from Saudi authorities in connection with the suspension of visas ahead of the Hajj pilgrimage season, reported Dubai-based ...

Umrah Visa Issuance Halted for 14 Countries, Confusion Surrounds Hajj Travel Plans(SPA/AFP) Saudi Arabia has temporarily halted the issuance of Umrah, business, and family visit visas for citizens ...

UAE-based travel agents and Umrah operators are seeking clarity from Saudi authorities as they are facing difficulties in getting visit and pilgrimage visas. According to some, visa issuance has ...

Saudi Arabia has temporarily halted the issuance of Umrah, business, and family visit visas for citizens from 14 countries, including India. This suspension is set to last until mid-June 2025 ...

To obtain an Umrah visa from India, the candidate must apply through a travel agency licensed by the Ministry of Hajj and accredited by the Embassy. The required documents include: Valid passport ...