Saudi Arabia Will Grant Visas for Umrah Key Dates Announced: May 31, 2026
The official Umrah schedule for the 1448 AH season has been released by Saudi Arabia. Visas for Umrah will begin to be issued on May 31, 2026, and pilgrims will be able to enter through the Nusuk platform on June 1.
Millions of pilgrims and travel agencies now have a better schedule for organizing visits to Makkah and Madinah thanks to Saudi Arabia's official announcement of the start dates of the 2019 Umrah season.
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah's updated Umrah schedule states that visas for the 1448 AH season will begin to be granted on May 31, 2026.
The notification also confirms the official end of the season and the start of pilgrims' entry into the Kingdom.
International pilgrims will be permitted to enter Saudi Arabia starting on June 1, 2026, according to the government. The Nusuk app, which is currently the primary platform for permits, reservations, and pilgrimage services, will also allow pilgrims to schedule and obtain Umrah permits starting on the same date.
The revised calendar is a component of Saudi Arabia's larger initiative to enhance digital services, crowd control, and the Umrah experience in general.
Important Dates for Umrah Visas in 2026–2027
The important dates for the forthcoming Umrah season are as follows:
Date of the Event
The issue of Umrah visas startsMay 31, 2026
Saudi Arabia will open to pilgrims on June 1, 2026.
Permits for Umrah are accessible through Nusuk as of June 1, 2026.
The deadline for issuing Umrah visas is March 9, 2027.
Pilgrims' final admission date is March 23, 2027.
Pilgrims' final departure date is April 7, 2027.Saudi Arabia Prioritizes Improving Pilgrimage Services
According to Saudi authorities, the new schedule is intended to make it easier for travel agencies, Umrah operators, and foreign partners to plan services throughout the entire season.
Additionally, the ministry requested that international agents and Umrah firms closely adhere to all official regulations and deadlines. According to officials, this will help improve services and prevent pilgrims' travels from being disrupted.What Travelers Should Know About This
The news provides pilgrims who intend to perform Umrah in 2026 or early 2027 with a lengthy booking window and additional time to arrange travel, lodging, and permissions.
Before finalizing their vacation plans to Makkah and Madinah, travelers are still recommended to keep an eye on updates regarding visa regulations, Nusuk registrations, health criteria, and travel directions.
