Saudi Arabia has introduced a one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa that allows eligible pilgrims to enter the Kingdom several times within a 12-month period, with a maximum cumulative stay of 90 days. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah said the initiative is aimed at making Umrah travel more flexible while improving services for pilgrims as part of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals.
The new visa is valid for 365 days from the date of issuance and permits multiple entries into Saudi Arabia, subject to meeting regulatory requirements. The Ministry said the move is part of the Pilgrim Experience Program, which seeks to simplify travel procedures, improve the visitor experience and enhance service efficiency.
Nusuk package mandatory for every visit
Pilgrims using the new visa must purchase a service package from an approved provider through the Nusuk platform before each visit. The package duration cannot exceed the remaining validity of the visa.
Visitors are also required to obtain an Umrah permit through the Nusuk application before arriving in Saudi Arabia.
Visa inactive during Hajj season
The Ministry said the visa will be deactivated after each departure and reactivated for the next visit once all required conditions are met.
However, it will remain inactive during the Hajj season, from the first day of Dhu Al Qadah until the 13th day of Dhu Al Hijjah.
Key features of the new visa
- Valid for 365 days from the date of issue.
- Allows multiple entries into Saudi Arabia.
- Permits a cumulative stay of up to 90 days.
- Requires an approved Nusuk service package for every visit.
- An Umrah permit must be obtained through the Nusuk app before travel.
- Visa is reactivated after departure once eligibility requirements are fulfilled.
- Cannot be used during the Hajj season.
The Ministry said the visa offers greater flexibility for pilgrims planning multiple Umrah trips throughout the year while supporting the integration of digital services across the pilgrimage journey. The initiative is part of Saudi Arabia's broader efforts to expand religious tourism and improve the experience for visitors under Vision 2030.
