RIYADH (Kashmir English): Saudi Arabia has launched a new multiple-entry Umrah visa that allows pilgrims to enter the Kingdom several times over a one-year period.
The initiative marked another major step under the country’s Vision 2030 initiative to improve the pilgrimage experience.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced the visa, which will be valid for 365 days from the date of issuance and permit multiple entries with a cumulative stay of up to 90 days, subject to regulatory requirements.
Under the new system, visa holders can travel to the Kingdom multiple times during the visa’s validity instead of applying for a new visa for every trip.
The visa remains valid for one year from the date of issue, allowing beneficiaries to make repeated visits as long as they comply with the Kingdom’s entry regulations and immigration requirements.
The initiative is part of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Pilgrim Experience Program, which aims to facilitate pilgrims’ arrival, improve service quality, enhance operational efficiency and strengthen Saudi Arabia’s position as a global religious and cultural destination while diversifying its economy.
Umrah permit
For every visit, pilgrims must purchase a service package from an approved provider through the Nusuk platform before travelling.
The duration of the selected package cannot exceed the number of days remaining on the visa.
Visitors must also obtain an Umrah permit through the Nusuk application, with permit dates matching the approved service package.
