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Saudi Arabia restricts Makkah entry from April 13; permit mandatory for residents and foreign nationalsSaudi Arabia has implemented new Hajj season regulations. Foreign nationals and residents without official permits are barred from entering...13 Apr, 2026, 09.56 AM IST- Saudi Arabia launches unified helpline number for expired visa queriesSaudi Arabia has launched a unified helpline, 992, for visa-related inquiries as a relief window for expired visas approaches its April 18,...30 Mar, 2026, 10.09 AM IST
- Saudi Arabia sets Umrah visa, travel deadlines ahead of HajjSaudi Arabia has set strict deadlines for Umrah visas and pilgrim travel to ensure a smooth transition to the Hajj season. Umrah visas will...20 Mar, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
- Saudi Arabia suspends 1,800 foreign travel agencies over Umrah service violationsSaudi Arabia's Hajj and Umrah Ministry has suspended 1,800 foreign travel agencies due to service quality issues. This move, affecting near...03 Feb, 2026, 12.38 PM IST
- How travellers can perform Umrah using Saudi Arabia’s free stopover transit visaSaudi Arabia has launched a free stopover visa for international travelers flying with Saudia Airlines and Flynas, allowing up to 96 hours ...13 Nov, 2025, 08.34 PM IST
- Saudi Arabia shortens Umrah visa validity to one month; unused visas to be cancelled after 30 daysSaudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has reduced Umrah visa validity to one month from issuance, with unused visas automatically cance...31 Oct, 2025, 12.26 PM IST
- Saudi Arabia launches free stopover visa for these passengers, allowing Umrah during layoversSaudi Arabia now offers a free stopover visa for international travelers flying with Saudia Airlines or Flynas, including UAE residents. Th...02 Jul, 2025, 10.33 AM IST
- Now perform Umrah any day of the year; if you’re from the GCCSaudi Arabia now allows citizens and residents of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries to perform Umrah year-round, entering through va...28 Jun, 2025, 11.22 PM IST
- Saudi Arabia: Hotel bookings made mandatory by the country for acquiring Umrah visaSaudi Arabia introduces new rules for Umrah visas. International pilgrims need confirmed hotel bookings via Nusuk Masar. This rule starts J...16 Jun, 2025, 10.50 AM IST
- Saudi Arabia resumes e-visa, Umrah visa services after Hajj concludesSaudi Arabia has reactivated its e-visa system for tourists and Umrah pilgrims after the Hajj pilgrimage concluded, starting June 10. Trave...14 Jun, 2025, 12.30 PM IST
- Saudi Arabia reopens Umrah visas from June 10 after concluding Hajj seasonUmrah visas from Saudi Arabia will be available from June 10. The first international pilgrims are expected on June 11. This follows a succ...10 Jun, 2025, 12.16 PM IST
- Saudi Arabia: Umrah season calendar 2025-26 announced; important dates pilgrims must knowSaudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced the Umrah season calendar for 1447/2025-2026, with international pilgrims permitted...13 May, 2025, 03.52 PM IST
- Saudi Arabia warns of heavy penalties for overstaying visas ahead of HajjSaudi Arabia has issued strict warnings to expatriates and visitors regarding visa overstays during the Hajj season, with potential penalti...23 Apr, 2025, 04.54 PM IST
- Saudi Arabia suspends short-term visas for 14 countries, including India, ahead of Hajj seasonSaudi Arabia has temporarily suspended the issuance of new short-term visas—including business, tourist, and family visit visas—for citizen...07 Apr, 2025, 05.34 PM IST
- Saudi asks Pakistan to prevent beggars from entering Gulf country under Umrah visasSaudi Arabia has raised concerns about Pakistani beggars entering the Kingdom under religious pilgrimage visas and urged Pakistan to take a...24 Sep, 2024, 06.36 PM IST
- 24 Pakistani beggars trying to travel to Saudi Arabia for begging arrested in MultanTwenty-four alleged Pakistani beggars disguised as pilgrims were arrested at the Multan airport in Pakistan for attempting to travel to Sau...01 Oct, 2023, 08.45 PM IST
- Saudi Arabia to reopen to vaccinated tourists after 17-month Covid closureHowever, Saudi Arabia did not announce any lifting of restrictions on the umrah, a pilgrimage that can be undertaken at any time, which usu...30 Jul, 2021, 11.35 AM IST
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