Saudi Arabia introduces 365-day multiple-entry Umrah visa

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched a multiple-entry Umrah visa valid for 365 days from the date of issuance, allowing pilgrims to enter the Kingdom several times with a cumulative stay of up to 90 days, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.

According to SPA, the ministry said the initiative supports the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Pilgrim Experience Programme by facilitating pilgrims' arrival, enhancing their experience and improving service efficiency.

The ministry said each visit under the visa requires pilgrims to purchase a service package through an approved provider on the Nusuk platform. The duration of the package must not exceed the number of days remaining on the visa, while entry also requires an Umrah permit issued through the Nusuk application before arrival, SPA reported.

According to SPA, the visa is deactivated after each departure and reactivated once regulatory requirements for a subsequent visit are met. It will not be activated during the Hajj season, from the first of Dhu Al-Qi'dah until the 13th of Dhu Al-Hijjah.

The ministry said the new visa offers greater flexibility in planning Umrah visits and supports the integration of digital and operational services throughout the pilgrims' journey, SPA added.