Cairo: A Saudi initiative aimed at easing the Hajj journey for pilgrims from selected countries has entered its seventh year ...

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is the official government entity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia responsible for regulating ...

As millions of Muslims prepare for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social ...

The Saudi Ministry of Interior has announced that expatriates who remain in the country after the expiration of their visit ...

E-visas tend to be broader in scope and length of stay, such as travel for business purposes. They may also require more information on the application, including a digital photo. In contrast ...

In closing the Forum, Dr. Abdulaziz Abdulrahim Wazan, Deputy Minister for Umrah Affairs, Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, ...

Saudi Arabia will enforce strict entry regulations to Mecca, prohibiting entry or residency for individuals holding visas ...

In January 2024, Kenya introduced the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), replacing visa-on-arrival with a digital pre-approval system. Intended to streamline travel, it instead created many ...

Disturbing news emerging from Saudi Arabia. Reports indicate that 80% of India’s private Haj quota has been cut abruptly.

Rule 2: Deadline for leaving Saudi Arabia Umrah visa holders must depart Saudi Arabia by April 29, 2025 (Dhu al-Qi’dah 1, 1446 AH). Rule 3: Permits required for residents Starting April 23 ...

The Ministry announced that April 13, 2025 (Shawwal 15, 1446 AH), is the final date for Umrah visa holders to enter Saudi ...

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced the extension of the duration of the Umrah visa from 30 to 90 days. The Ministry has called on pilgrims to complete the Umrah within the ...