Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Cautions Pilgrims Against Unauthorized Operators and Fraudulent Websites
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has recently issued a warning to Hajj pilgrims about the potential risks of dealing with unauthorized Hajj operators and fraudulent websites. The ministry is urging pilgrims to use officially approved channels for their pilgrimage plans. The ministry’s warning is aimed at ensuring that the rights of the pilgrims …
Saudi Authorities Issue Caution on Improper Use of Umrah Visas
Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Issues Strict Advisory on Umrah Visa Usage The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has recently issued a stern warning against the misuse of Umrah visas, emphasizing that they should be exclusively used for pilgrimage purposes. The ministry has made it clear that these visas are not to be …
Saudi Arabia: Any Visa Holder Can Now Perform Umrah
Saudi Arabia has announced that individuals holding various types of visas are now permitted to undertake Umrah, the minor pilgrimage, with ease. Arrivals from anywhere and with any visa can perform Umrah comfortably. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah emphasized that Umrah rituals are accessible to holders of all visas, including personal, family, transit, labor, …
Saudi Arabia Announces Departure Deadline for Umrah Pilgrims
In a recent update crucial for international Muslims, Saudi Arabia has established a departure deadline for Umrah pilgrims. This move comes as the kingdom prepares for the upcoming annual Hajj season, ensuring a smooth transition between the two significant Islamic rituals. Deadline for Umrah Pilgrims The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has marked Dhul Qadah …
Saudi Arabia Unveils ‘1966’: A Multilingual Pilgrim Assistance Hotline
In a significant leap toward enhancing the pilgrimage experience, Saudi Arabia has inaugurated a cutting-edge multilingual call center, aptly named “1966”. This innovative service aims to provide seamless assistance and support to millions of pilgrims visiting the holy cities of Mecca and Medina. What Is ‘1966’? The “1966” hotline serves as a central hub for …
Umrah visa new rule: Now the permit is valid for three months from the date of issuance
The recent update from the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah regarding the Umrah visa represents a significant shift in the management of religious tourism and the facilitation of pilgrims who wish to perform the Umrah pilgrimage. This change, which extends the validity of Umrah visas to three months from the date of issuance, is …
Can Tawaf and Sa`i Be Interrupted or Break Allowed?
In the Islamic tradition, Tawaf and Sa’i are revered practices performed during the Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages in Mecca. Tawaf entails the act of circumambulating the Kaaba, Islam’s most sacred site, while Sa’i involves traversing the distance between the hills of Safa and Marwa. These rituals are deeply embedded in the faith of Muslims and …
Stay Connected during your next Umrah
In my last Umrah journey this time, I didn’t purchase any local sim in Saudi Arabia instead I used the E-SIM which is far much more better and economical. I used the services for Airalo e-sim which is easy to install and give you 1 GB data only for 5$ in a week. There is …
Prophet’s Mosque in Medina receives over 20m in Ramadan
Prophet’s Mosque gets over 20m in Ramadan Month After undertaking Umrah in Mecca, the reliable ordinarily run to Medina More than 20 million Muslims stuffed the Prophet’s Mosque, Islam’s moment holiest location, within the Saudi city of Medina amid the primary 20 days of the current Islamic sacrosanct month of Ramadan in the midst of …