King Salman to Host 1,000 Umrah Pilgrims as Guests for 1448 Season
King Salman has approved hosting 1,000 Umrah pilgrims from around the world at his own expense for the 1448 season, beginning with 250 guests from 16 Asian countries.
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Umrah Visas Now Require a Verified Nusuk Hotel Booking for 1448
For the 1448 AH season, every Umrah visa must be linked to a verified hotel booking and pre-arranged transport through the Nusuk platform, a measure aimed at curbing scams.
Madinah Expands Transport and Walkways to Ease Pilgrim Movement
Madinah authorities have expanded transport links and pedestrian walkways around the Prophet's Mosque, including a 24-hour airport route and over 19,000 square metres of new walkways.
Umrah Season 1448 Reopens as Saudi Arabia Resumes Visa Issuance
Saudi Arabia has reopened the Umrah season for 1448 AH, resuming visa issuance on May 31 and pilgrim entry to Makkah from June 1, 2026, under a fixed operational calendar.
Saudi Hajj Ministry Approves 73 Companies to Serve Domestic Pilgrims
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has approved 73 companies qualified to serve domestic pilgrims, urging worshippers to contract only through official channels.
Saudi Arabia Makes Training Mandatory for Hajj 2027 Service Staff
Saudi Arabia will require Hajj affairs office personnel to complete a compulsory training programme before receiving visas, part of reforms unveiled for the 2027 season.
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Flights still operating, but Umrah enquiries dip: How Riyadh attacks are affecting pilgrim travel - Gulf Business
Flights still operating, but Umrah enquiries dip: How Riyadh attacks are affecting pilgrim travel Gulf Business
India opens additional Makkah control room as Saudi flight disruptions hit Umrah pilgrims - ANI News
India opens additional Makkah control room as Saudi flight disruptions hit Umrah pilgrims ANI News
India Opens Makkah Control Room for Stranded Umrah Pilgrims - Kashmir Observer
India Opens Makkah Control Room for Stranded Umrah Pilgrims Kashmir Observer
India Sets Up Additional Control Room in Makkah to Assist Umrah Pilgrims Amid Flight Disruptions - Kashmir Life
India Sets Up Additional Control Room in Makkah to Assist Umrah Pilgrims Amid Flight Disruptions Kashmir Life
Makkah Control Room established for Indian Umrah pilgrims amid Saudi flight disruptions - inkl
Makkah Control Room established for Indian Umrah pilgrims amid Saudi flight disruptions inkl
Pilgrims caught up in Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia
Pilgrims caught up in Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia Reuters