Saudi Arabia launches new visa platform to simplify Umrah travel for foreign pilgrimsSaudi Arabia launched a digital platform on August 20, 2025, to streamline the Umrah journey for international pilgrims. The platform, umra...
21 Aug, 2025, 01.31 PM IST
India issued over 96 lakh e-visas to foreigners since 2020: MEAIndia has granted over 96 lakh e-visas to foreigners since 2020, expanding the facility to 181 countries. The government facilitates intern...
31 Jul, 2025, 05.51 PM IST
Saudi Arabia launches 30-day grace period for expired visit visas ahead of Hijri New YearSaudi Arabia's Jawazat introduces a 30-day grace period for expired visit visas. This initiative starts from June 26-27, 2025. Visitors can...
28 Jun, 2025, 10.46 AM IST
Saudi Arabia gives 30 days to exit on expired visit visas in Hijri New Year initiative; Here’s how to applySaudi Arabia will soon allow individuals with expired visit visas to extend their stay for a final exit. The initiative starts on June 27, ...
27 Jun, 2025, 07.25 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 imposes no travel ban on Indians; Temporary restrictions linked to Hajj season: SourcesReports of a travel ban on Indians to Saudi Arabia are false, according to official sources. Temporary visa restrictions during Hajj are st...
09 Jun, 2025, 03.27 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 imposes heavy fines for sheltering visit visa holders during Hajj 2025Saudi Arabia has declared strict penalties, including fines up to SAR 100,000, for anyone providing shelter to visit visa holders in Makkah...
05 May, 2025, 02.30 PM IST
Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia to penalise violators of new rules for pilgrims; check regulations, advisory & details hereSaudi Arabia has announced strict measures for the upcoming Hajj season, targeting unauthorized pilgrims with hefty fines up to 20,000 Riya...
01 May, 2025, 10.28 AM IST
World’s best airports 2025 revealed. Did India land a spot on the list?Singapore Changi Airport was named World’s Best Airport 2025 by Skytrax, winning the title for a record 13th time. Known for its Jewel comp...
10 Apr, 2025, 05.50 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
New rules for 2025 Hajj: No children allowed, preference for first-time pilgrimsSaudi Arabia has introduced new Hajj regulations for the 2025 pilgrimage, including a ban on children to avoid overcrowding risks. First-ti...
11 Feb, 2025, 12.39 PM IST
Saudi Arabia restricts travelers from 14 nations to single-entry visas to curb unauthorized Hajj pilgrimsStarting February 1, 2025, Saudi Arabia will issue only single-entry visas valid for 30 days to travelers from 14 countries, including Indi...
08 Feb, 2025, 08.44 AM IST
You can now apply for Saudi e-visa online if you have these passport stampsSaudi Arabia is now allowing Indian passport holders with a UK, US or Schengen visa used once to apply for an e-visa online. In addition, t...
06 Aug, 2023, 12.48 PM IST