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Umrah Visa Requirements

Everything You Need to Know

Going on a pilgrimage to Makkah and Madinah is everyone’s dream. Seeing the House of Allah and the resting place of our Prophet Muhammad is every Muslim’s greatest desire. But before you even embark on this journey there’ s one thing you need: and that is a Umrah Visa.

Getting a Umrah Visa is the first and foremost step to getting your dream come true. Helping you get to your destination smoothly: Umrah visa is an important item and requirement for traveling.

As with all things there’s some requirements you need to fulfill before getting your Umrah Visa. We have made a list and compiled some important information you need to know before getting your Umrah Visa down below:

Important Information About Umrah Visa Requirements

  • bulbicon The very first thing you need to have with you for being eligible for the Umrah visa is to
    have an original application form. You need to read the form carefully and sign at the end.
  • bulbicon If the applicant is a non-Muslim, then he or she would need to get a certificate from an
    Islamic center or a mosque in order to prove that he or she is a Muslim.
  • bulbicon You need to attach a passport size color picture (recent) having a white background to the application
    form. Remember sided view of the face in the picture or angled views will not be accepted.
  • bulbicon 6 months valid passport should be used starting from the submission date of the application form.
  • bulbicon Non-refundable airline ticket should be confirmed.
  • bulbicon Only two week stay should be scheduled starting from the entry date.
  • bulbicon Children and women should be accompanied with a Mahram (husband/father/brother or any other male
    relative)
  • bulbicon Proof of relationship and the Mahram should travel on the same flight as his children and his wife.
  • bulbicon Women above 45 years can travel alone (without a Mahram) if with a group or family.
  • bulbicon A valid residency permit is required if the applicant is not a national of the country.
  • bulbiconA vaccination certificate is a must. The certificate should not be issued more than three years and should be issued 10 days before entry to Saudi Arabia.
  • bulbicon Three year validity of the vaccination certificate is required. The certificate must be certified to enter the premises of Saudi Arabia.

Q. What is an Umrah visa?

A. An Umrah visa is a special entry permit issued for pilgrims to perform the Umrah pilgrimage.

Q. How long is an Umrah visa valid?

A. An Umrah visa is typically valid for 90 days from the date of issue. However, the traveler must leave before the visa expires.

Q. Do children need a separate Umrah visa?

A. Yes, children also require a visa, and they must be accompanied by a guardian.

Q. Is travel insurance required for Umrah?

A. Yes, travel health insurance is required for all Umrah visa applicants.

Q: Can women wear colored clothing for Umrah?

A. No, Umrah visas cannot be extended. You must leave Saudi Arabia before the visa expires.

Q. What happens if I overstay my Umrah visa?

A. Overstaying an Umrah visa can result in fines, deportation, and future visa bans.

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