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Umrah visa deadlines announced ahead of Hajj season

The last day for issuing Umrah visas will be the first of Shawwal

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Saudi Arabia sets final Umrah visa deadlines ahead of Hajj season

Saudi Arabia issues Umrah guide in 16 languages

The guide has been made available to the public through the ministry’s official website

Saudi Arabia's Hajj Ministry is digitally transforming pilgrim services for millions of Muslims who travel to the Kingdom each year.

1,800 Umrah agencies suspended by Hajj Ministry

Agencies given 10 days to rectify shortcomings as visa issuance is temporarily halted

Key updates for UAE residents performing Umrah this year, from visa applications to accommodation and health guidelines.

Bangladeshi worker’s kind act honoured at Grand Mosque

The humble gesture inside the Grand Mosque that moved millions online

Grand Mosque worker praised after offering prayer rug to pilgrim

SR100,000 fines for Hajj transport violations

The draft mandates a permit from the Hajj transport authority for all service providers

Providers must ensure the availability of a sufficient number of qualified technicians to maintain buses.

Grand Mosque introduces ID bracelets for child safety

Identification bracelets are available at King Abdulaziz Gate and King Fahd Gate

Grand Mosque introduces child safety bracelets for Umrah and Hajj visitors

UAE: Over 6,200 Emiratis approved for Hajj 2026

Record demand as over 72,000 apply for Hajj 2026 in UAE

Pilgrims pray around the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque, in Mecca, during the Hajj.

Saudi Arabia opens Hajj registration via Nusuk platform

The Nusuk Hajj is the only authorised channel under the Direct Hajj Program

The ministry noted that the current phase focuses solely on account registration, while package selection and booking will be announced later.

New rules: Saudi Arabia revises Umrah visa regulations

The new policy will come into effect next week

Umrah visa to be cancelled if unused after 30 days

UAE announces health requirements for hajj season

Mandatory vaccinations: meningococcal and seasonal influenza

Authority urges all pilgrims to fully comply with health and safety guidelines issued by both the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

Hajj 2026: 72,000 pilgrims apply for just 6,228 spots

The Ministry has updated its Travel Advisory Page for each destination on its website

The UAE’s official Hajj quota for the upcoming season has been set at 6,228 pilgrims

All visa holders can now perform Umrah: Hajj ministry

Personal, family, tourist, transit, work visas and more now eligible for Umrah

Saudi Arabia allows all visa holders to perform Umrah, ministry confirms

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