Umrah visa
The Umrah visa is a document from the Saudi government that lets Muslims enter the country for the purpose of performing Umrah. Many Muslims choose to do Umrah, especially during the holy month of Ramadan. While on the Umrah trip, you’ll visit Masjid al-Haram and take part in rituals like Tawaf around the Kabah and Sai between the hills of As-Safa & Al-Marwa. It’s important to note that the Umrah visa is not the same as a Saudi Arabia tourist visa, although you can still explore and engage in tourism activities.

Required documents for the Umrah visa:

To apply for an Umrah visa, you will need:

1. Valid Passport:
   • Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months.
2. Digital Photo:
   • Provide one recent passport photograph adhering to the guidelines issued by the Government of Saudi Arabia. The Saudi Visa Agency offers this service if needed.
3. Additional Information:
   • Non-refundable airline ticket.
   • Proof of the relationship between the pilgrims and their mahram.
   • Medical insurance covering Covid-19 infections.
   • Evidence of vaccination against meningitis at least ten days before travel.
4. Email Address:
   • Provide an email address for the Saudi Visa Agency to send you the electronic travel document form. You can download and use it as a hard copy.
5. Payment Method:
   • Pay the Umrah E-visa fees using a debit/credit card.

Umrah Eligibility Criteria:

According to the requirements for Umrah, the eligibility criteria are as follows:

1. All foreign Muslim pilgrims must typically apply for an Umrah e-visa, with the exception of citizens from Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar.
2. The Government of Saudi Arabia introduced a new provision. Individuals possessing a valid Schengen visa, US visa, or UK visa are permitted to perform Umrah without the need for a separate Umrah visa.
3. This policy extension means that holders of US or UK visas can participate in the visa-on-arrival program for Umrah.
4. The eligibility for Umrah visa-on-arrival is in addition to the general requirement for an Umrah e-visa.
5. Citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar continue to be exempt from the Umrah visa requirement.

For more information: https://www.saudivisaagency.in/umrah-visa.html