Introduction Preparations for Hajj have been in full swing as the issuance period for Hajj visas ended on April 29th, 2024. Saudi authorities began releasing Hajj visas to pilgrims in early March 2024, with the Hajj 2024 season falling between June 14, Friday, and June 19, Wednesday. The Saudi government is expecting millions of pilgrims […]

Introduction Every year, millions of Muslims from all over the world travel to Islam’s holiest site, Mecca in Saudi Arabia, to perform Hajj. In 2023 alone, a total of over 1,845,045 million pilgrims were reported to have undertaken Hajj, of which 1,660,915 were foreign pilgrims. Muslims who are physically capable must go on the Hajj […]

Introduction Embarking on the spiritual journey of Umrah is a cherished aspiration for Muslims worldwide. For residents of Germany, obtaining an Umrah visa is a crucial step towards fulfilling this sacred obligation. Muslims believe that by completing Umrah or Hajj, they can seek forgiveness and purify themselves of sin. If the pilgrimage is completed sincerely […]

Introduction Every year, millions of Muslims around the world practice their religious duty of performing Hajj, the sacred pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia. As one of the Five Pillars of Islam, Muslims are expected to perform Hajj at least once in their lifetime. Muslims believe that completing Hajj allows them to seek forgiveness and […]

Introduction Embarking on the sacred journey of Umrah is an important duty for millions of Muslims worldwide. Bust just like any pilgrimage, it comes with its set of regulations and travel restrictions. Understanding Umrah restrictions is crucial for a smooth and hassle-free experience. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the intricacies of Umrah visa […]

Introduction The Saudi e-visa allows travelers to perform a variety of purposes, including performing Umrah. Knowing this, how can Muslim pilgrims apply for a Saudi Umrah visa?Can they apply for an Umrah visa online? Who is eligible for it? What are the requirements? How fast is the process? In this article, we share how travelers […]

Introduction Every year, millions of Muslims head to Mecca in Saudi Arabia to perform the Umrah and Hajj pilgrimages. Considered the “minor pilgrimage”, the Umrah pilgrimage is a simplified version of Hajj. As Umrah and Hajj are one of the Five Pillars of Islam, financially and physically capable Muslims are expected to perform Umrah and […]

Introduction Millions of Muslims all over the world perform Umrah yearly, and it’s now easier for more nationalities, permanent residents, and visa holders to obtain an Umrah visa. What about the citizens and residents of the United Arab Emirates (UAE)? What are the requirements? What’s the process to obtain a Saudi Umrah visa from Dubai? […]