Saudi permits all types of visa holders to perform Umrah

Saudi Arabia has allowed all types of visa holders to perform the Umrah pilgrimage.

The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has enabled all types of visa holders and those coming from all across the world for tourism and visit purposes to perform Umrah during their stay in the kingdom. Additionally, it has permitted incoming travellers who hold visas from the US, the UK and Schengen countries, Saudi Press Agency reported.

The decision coincides with the start of the Umrah season for the current year, after the ending of the recent Hajj pilgrimage.

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Meanwhile, the ‘Maqam’ platform, in cooperation with tourism companies and agencies, has enabled incoming pilgrims to obtain an Umrah visa.

Those who are issued visas on arrival at a Saudi airport from eligible countries and those who hold nationalities of the US, UK or Schengen countries, can perform Umrah provided that they carry an entry stamp from the issuing country.

Travellers who have obtained a family visit visa or are on a personal visit can also perform Umrah by booking an appointment through the Eatamarna app.

However, visitors who wish to perform Umrah are required to obtain comprehensive health insurance, which includes Covid-19 treatment coverage, as well as that of personal accidents resulting in death or disability, flight delays or cancellations, among others.

Earlier this year, the kingdom launched an electronic visa processing app for pilgrims planning to perform the Umrah pilgrimage.

Read: Saudi Arabia launches electronic visa processing app for Umrah pilgrims