Overview
- Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah said visitors on any visa may perform Umrah during their stay in the Kingdom.
- Eligible categories include personal and family visit visas, electronic tourist visas, transit or stopover visas, work visas, and other entry permits.
- The Nusuk Umrah platform is live for selecting packages, booking services, choosing preferred times, and issuing electronic Umrah permits.
- Officials describe the move as part of efforts to ease procedures for pilgrims and expand access in line with Vision 2030.
- The ministry also announced a temporary seasonal licensing scheme for Hajj 2026 accommodations to be registered via Nusuk Masar and linked to the Nusuk booking system.