Overview

• Airport teams in Jeddah and Madinah are verifying that arriving pilgrims hold Umrah visas along with confirmed accommodation and licensed transport bookings.
• Only prepaid taxis arranged through the official portal or Haramain Express rail tickets are being accepted as valid local transport for entry checks.
• Visa applications must include hotel reservations and in-kingdom transport details entered through the Nusuk/Masar system, with hotels registered with Hajj and Umrah authorities.
• UAE-based operators are advising applicants to use the official Nusuk platform or accredited agents and warn that tourist visas may not grant access to certain religious sites such as Riyaz ul Jannah.
• While individual travelers may still be processed, aggregators risk fines or system suspension if clients arrive without verified bookings, prompting earlier, more complete trip planning.