Saudi Arabia Introduces a 365 Day Multiple Entry Umrah Visa with a 90 Day Maximum Stay
A new 365 day multiple entry Umrah visa has been introduced by Saudi Arabia, enabling pilgrims to perform Umrah several times for a maximum stay of 90 days. Travelers should be aware of the following.
There is now a new choice for Muslims who intend to make repeated Umrah pilgrimages. A 365 day multiple entry Umrah visa has been introduced by Saudi Arabia, enabling pilgrims to enter the Kingdom several times in a single year and remain for a total of up to 90 days.
Travelers now have more options, particularly those who want to complete the trip in many visits rather than performing Umrah at different times of the year.
What the New Umrah Multiple Entry Visa Provides
The new multiple entry Umrah visa from Saudi Arabia is intended for pilgrims who want to visit the Kingdom more than once a year. As long as they meet the new requirements, travelers can use the same visa for several journeys rather of applying for a new one before each trip.
Under the revised policies:
1. One year validity: The visa is valid for 365 days from the date of issuance, allowing pilgrims to schedule Umrah at any time of the year.
2. Multiple entries permitted: During the duration of the visa, holders are free to enter and exit Saudi Arabia as often as they choose without having to apply for a new Umrah visa each time.
3. 90 day maximum stay: Visitors may spend a maximum of 90 days overall, including all visits. Even if the visa's one year validity hasn't ended, it can no longer be used after this cumulative maximum is met.
4. Each visit requires a new Nusuk permit: Pilgrims must use the official Nusuk platform to get an Umrah permission and reserve a fresh Nusuk service package prior to each Umrah journey. To do Umrah, you need more than just a valid visa.
5. Visa reactivates after departure: After departing Saudi Arabia, the visa is still valid and can be used for another trip until the 90-day cumulative stay is used up or the 365-day validity expires.
6. No entry during the Hajj season: During the yearly Hajj period, which runs from 1 Dhul Qadah to 13 Dhul Hijjah, the visa is not valid for admission into Saudi Arabia. Pilgrims who intend to travel during these times must adhere to the Kingdom's unique Hajj entry and visa requirements.
What It Signifies for Travelers from India
Indian pilgrims who wish to divide their Umrah travel over several visits rather than a single, long trip may find the new visa appealing.
A clear trend is emerging. Saudi Arabia is gradually moving away from traditional paperwork and toward a digital, repeat-visit model for religious tourism, where permits and travel services are handled through the Nusuk platform.
Travunited Take
We think that Indian pilgrims will have much more freedom to schedule Umrah around their jobs, families, and vacations thanks to this visa. To prevent last-minute surprises, we advise reviewing Nusuk requirements before to each visit.
