Saudi Arabia has announced a 30-day grace period starting June 27, 2025, allowing foreign visitors with expired visas to regularize their status and leave the Kingdom legally. The initiative offers a second chance to avoid harsh penalties and future travel bans.
Saudi Arabia has warned visitors about the severe penalties for overstaying their visas during Hajj 2025. With fines, imprisonment, and deportation at stake, here's everything you need to know about the latest travel rules and important deadlines.
Saudi Arabia has expanded visa options for GCC residents, making Umrah more accessible. Discover new visa types, including transit and tourist visas, and how they streamline pilgrimage travel.
Planning an Umrah trip to Saudi Arabia? The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced new regulations to ensure a smooth and secure pilgrimage experience. Umrah visas are now valid for 3 months from issuance and must be used solely for religious purposes.
Saudi Arabia introduces groundbreaking initiatives to facilitate Umrah pilgrimages for UAE residents, including multi-entry e-visas and increased flight frequencies. These measures are set to streamline travel procedures and enhance accessibility for pilgrims.
Saudi Arabia's new unified platform, ksavisa.sa, makes applying for Hajj, Umrah, tourist, and work visas a breeze. Apply online, track your application in real-time, and receive decisions within 3 business days.
Saudi Arabia's recent announcement of a pioneering Umrah visa-on-arrival system has garnered global attention. Pilgrims from a range of countries, including the US, UK, Australia, and more, can now access visas upon arrival.
This article provides comprehensive information on the different visa options available for performing Umrah in Saudi Arabia. From eVisas and transit visas to visa-on-arrival and more, explore the various ways to obtain the necessary permits. Learn about the Nusuk platform and mobile application for a streamlined process and discover alternative options through approved Umrah package providers and authorized visa offices.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has started issuing electronic visas for Umrah, allowing Muslims from around the world to easily apply and visit Makkah and Madinah. The Nusuk platform offers housing, transportation, and information services in multiple languages, ensuring a convenient pilgrimage experience.
In a recent circular, the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has directed all national and foreign airlines operating in the country to facilitate the Umrah pilgrims by allowing them to arrive and depart through any international airport in the country.
