Saudi Arabia launches one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa
Saudi Arabia has introduced a one-year, multiple-entry Umrah visa allowing pilgrims to enter the Kingdom repeatedly with a cumulative stay of up to 90 days, managed through the Nusuk platform.
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Madinah reviews Umrah readiness as Rawdah adds AI crowd control
Madinah authorities have reviewed their operational plan for the Umrah season while the agency running the Prophet's Mosque expands AI-based crowd management and new entry rules for visits to Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifah.
Umrah arrivals climb 22.5% to 931,500 as new season opens
Saudi Arabia welcomed more than 931,500 Umrah visa holders in the opening weeks of the 1448 AH season, a 22.5 percent rise on the same period last year, with Pakistan, Indonesia and Iraq sending the most pilgrims.
Makkah airport and metro plans advance to ease pilgrim travel
Saudi Arabia is moving ahead with plans for a dedicated Makkah airport and metro network, alongside expanded facilities around the Grand Mosque and in the holy sites, to handle rising numbers of Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.
Pakistan private Hajj operators warn over Saudi 2027 fund deadline
Pakistan private Hajj operators say a Saudi deadline of 14 August 2026 to transfer funds for the 2027 season may be hard to meet, citing unfinished cluster arrangements, a 2,000-pilgrim cluster rule and capital requirements.
Bangladesh sets Hajj 2027 roadmap, registration closes 26 September
Bangladesh has released its Hajj 2027 roadmap, asking pilgrims to complete registration by 26 September 2026. The bilateral agreement with Saudi Arabia is set for 8 November, with the Hajj expected around 15 May 2027.
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Hajj Ministry approves evaluation results of international pilgrim service providers for 2026 Hajj season - Saudi Gazette
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Tune Talk offers free e-Roaming in Saudi Arabia for Hajj pilgrims - SoyaCincau
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Makkah Ranks 5th, Madinah 7th Most Visited Cities in World in 2025 - The Islamic Information
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Makkah ranks 5th, Madinah 7th among world’s top cities for international visitors in 2025 - Saudi Gazette
Makkah ranks 5th, Madinah 7th among world’s top cities for international visitors in 2025 Saudi Gazette
Saudi unveils SAR100,000 fine for Hajj, Umrah firms in major overstay crackdown - Gulf Business
Saudi unveils SAR100,000 fine for Hajj, Umrah firms in major overstay crackdown Gulf Business
Indonesia seeks stronger partnership with Saudi for Hajj supply chain - ANTARA News
Indonesia seeks stronger partnership with Saudi for Hajj supply chain ANTARA News