MAKKAH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Haj and Umrah has launched a multiple-entry Umrah visa valid for 365 days from the date of issue, allowing beneficiaries to enter the Kingdom multiple times and stay for a cumulative total of up to 90 days, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.
The move aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 and the Pilgrim Experience Programme’s goals of facilitating arrivals, enriching the pilgrim experience and improving service efficiency.
Each visit requires the purchase of a service package from an approved provider on the Nusuk platform, with the package duration not exceeding the number of days remaining on the visa. Entry is also subject to the issuance of an Umrah permit via the Nusuk application before arrival.
The visa is deactivated after each departure and reactivated once the regulatory requirements for the next visit have been met. It will not be activated during the Haj season, from the first day of Dhu al-Qi’dah to the 13th day of Dhu al-Hijjah.
The ministry said the visa provides greater flexibility in planning visits and supports the integration of digital and operational services throughout the pilgrim’s journey. – BERNAMA-SPA
