Saudi Arabia approves unified national visa platform
Saudi Arabia's Cabinet has approved a unified national visa platform under the Foreign Ministry to issue and manage all visas, part of a wider digital transformation drive.
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Hajj 2027 operator accommodation reservations close on August 13
Saudi Arabia's priority reservation window for Hajj 2027 accommodation in Makkah and Madinah runs until August 13, 2026, as the Kingdom rolls out an integrated service model.
Nusuk meal voucher to add SAR 20 per day to Umrah visa cost
Saudi Arabia is introducing a mandatory Nusuk meal voucher that will add 20 Saudi riyals per day to the cost of an Umrah visa, starting with pilgrims from four countries.
Umrah 1448: pilgrims face 'No Booking, No Visa' and pre-arrival checks
For the 1448 Umrah season, Saudi Arabia requires verified hotel and transport bookings before a visa is issued and a full pre-arrival data submission before an entry permit is granted.
Saudi Arabia publishes Hajj 2027 roadmap with September registration deadline
Saudi Arabia has released its Hajj 1448 (2027) calendar, setting a 26 September 2026 registration deadline and firm windows for package agreements, payments, visa issuance and travel.
Nigeria pushes to restore 95,000 Hajj quota for 2027 season
Nigeria's NAHCON has begun diplomatic talks to restore its Hajj quota to 95,000 for 2027 after only about 50,000 pilgrims travelled in 2026, alongside reforms to contracts, accommodation and airlift planning.
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Guests of Umrah program visit cultural district in Makkah - arabnews.com
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Hajj registration ends 24 Sept; Bangladesh has 78,500 pilgrim quota for 2027 - Prothom Alo English
Hajj registration ends 24 Sept; Bangladesh has 78,500 pilgrim quota for 2027 Prothom Alo English
Makkah Region Deputy Governor Inspects Hajj and Umrah Halls Complex at King Abdulaziz International Airport - وكالة الأنباء السعودية
Makkah Region Deputy Governor Inspects Hajj and Umrah Halls Complex at King Abdulaziz International Airport وكالة الأنباء السعودية
Yobe records zero pilgrim abscondment in 2026 Hajj – Buni - Punch Newspapers
Yobe records zero pilgrim abscondment in 2026 Hajj – Buni Punch Newspapers
Umrah for Saudi and GCC Citizens: Eligibility, Permits and Makkah Access Rules - Wego Travel Blog
Umrah for Saudi and GCC Citizens: Eligibility, Permits and Makkah Access Rules Wego Travel Blog
Umrah Visa Overstay in Saudi Arabia: Penalties and Makkah Access Rules - Wego Travel Blog
Umrah Visa Overstay in Saudi Arabia: Penalties and Makkah Access Rules Wego Travel Blog