Pakistan criticised globally as over 5,400 nationals are deported for begging. Misuse of Umrah and Hajj visas sparks ...

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has released the official schedule for the upcoming Umrah season, outlining key ...

Saudi Arabia s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced the Umrah season calendar for the year 1447 AH (2025 2026) as part of ...

The group had been stranded during their umrah pilgrimage ... While likely temporary, the suspension is the latest example of visa restrictions faced by the citizens of the Central Asian country.

The Ministry of Interior announced on Sunday that more than one million pilgrims have benefited from the Makkah Route Initiative since its launch, reaffirming the Kingdom’s commitment to serving ...

The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced the resumption of Umrah visas for international pilgrims following the conclusion of Hajj. According to Arab media, Umrah visa issuance will begin on ...

According to the ministry, Umrah visa issuance will begin on 14 Dhul Hijjah 1446 (June 10, 2025), followed by the official start of pilgrim arrivals on 15 Dhul Hijjah 1446. Contracts with foreign ...

All non-Saudi nationals must apply for a Saudi Hajj visa exclusively through travel agencies accredited by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. Although GCC nationals can usually enter ...

Saudi authorities have said that final date to enter the country for Umrah pilgrims was April 13 ... subject to legal penalties as only Hajj visa holders are allowed in the holy city.