Summer Umrah Returns: Staying Safe in Makkah's Heat in 1448
As the 1448 Umrah season opens, pilgrims face summer heat above 40C in Makkah. Sensible timing, hydration, and use of cooling infrastructure keep the rites safe.
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Umrah Season Reopens for 1448 AH With Nusuk-Only Permits
Saudi Arabia reopened the 1448 AH Umrah season on May 31, 2026, with Grand Mosque permits now issued only through the Nusuk app and a shorter 30-day visa entry window.
Umrah Entry Visa Validity Cut to 30 Days Under New Rules
Saudi Arabia has cut the Umrah entry visa validity from three months to 30 days, while requiring verified Nusuk hotel bookings before a visa is issued.
Saudi Arabia Suspends 21 Umrah Companies Over Service Failures
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah suspended 21 Umrah service companies on June 13, 2026, citing poor performance and regulatory violations as it tightens standards across the sector.
Nusuk App Passes 51 Million Users as Digital Pilgrimage Expands
Saudi Arabia's official Nusuk pilgrimage app has passed 51 million users across more than 190 countries, consolidating over 130 services for Hajj and Umrah travellers.
New Airline Routes Widen Global Access for Umrah Pilgrims
New carriers and routes, including a flynas Jeddah-Rabat link, Mukhtara Air in Indonesia and resumed Uzbekistan flights, are expanding air access for Umrah pilgrims in the 2026 season.
From Around the Web (Page 1 of 3)
Umrah pilgrims surpass 11.2 million in Q4 2025 - Saudi Gazette
Umrah pilgrims surpass 11.2 million in Q4 2025 Saudi Gazette
Umrah pilgrims surpass 11.2 million in Q4 2025 - Saudi Gazette
Umrah pilgrims surpass 11.2 million in Q4 2025 Saudi Gazette
Umrah by Bus from the GCC: Road Routes to Makkah in 2026 - Wego Travel Blog
Umrah by Bus from the GCC: Road Routes to Makkah in 2026 Wego Travel Blog
Saudi announces new Umrah calendar: Visa details, key dates revealed - Gulf Business
Saudi announces new Umrah calendar: Visa details, key dates revealed Gulf Business
Saudi Arabia opens visa applications for new Umrah season - Arab News
Saudi Arabia opens visa applications for new Umrah season Arab News
Saudi Arabia Joins Turkey, Pakistan, India, Sudan, Indonesia, Yemen, Bangladesh and More Countries to Unleash Revolutionary Umrah Visa System, Enhancing Pilgrim Access and Tourism Opportunities - Travel And Tour World
Saudi Arabia Joins Turkey, Pakistan, India, Sudan, Indonesia, Yemen, Bangladesh and More Countries to Unleash Revolutionary Umrah Visa System, Enhancing Pilgrim Access and Tourism Opportunities Travel And Tour World