Saudi Arabia Tightens Umrah Visa Rules for 2026-27 Season
New Umrah visa rules for the 2026-27 season shorten the entry window to 30 days and require confirmed Nusuk bookings before a visa is issued.
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Last updated: 6 Nov 2026, 7:39 AM (Saudi time)
New Umrah visa rules for the 2026-27 season shorten the entry window to 30 days and require confirmed Nusuk bookings before a visa is issued.
Singapore's Islamic authority MUIS has opened its Haj 2027 process with 900 allocated slots, setting medical and package deadlines through October and early November.
Pakistan recorded 107,587 Hajj registrations in the first five days of its 2027 sign-up drive, with the vast majority opting for the government scheme.
Nigeria's Civil Aviation Authority has started preparing for the 2027 Hajj airlift, convening aviation agencies, NAHCON and airlines in Abuja to review past operations and improve safety and efficiency.
Malaysia's Lembaga Tabung Haji opened appeals for the 2027 Haj season on October 2, a month earlier than last year, to give pilgrims more time to prepare. The total cost remains RM33,300, with a RM15,000 minimum account balance required.
Oman's Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs has opened Hajj 2027 registration through hajj.om, with a final application deadline of October 11, 2026.
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