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can you perform umrah on a tourist visa

by Prof. Laury Labadie Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Can I perform Umrah on a Saudi tourist visa?

Yes, you can perform Umrah on a Saudi Tourist Visa without taking any special permit or pass. You can just enter Makkah like any other citizen or resident of Saudi Arabia and directly go to the Holy Kaaba to perform it. In addition to that, tourists can also visit some historical and magnificent places in Saudi Arabia which are worth visiting.

Can I apply for a tourist visa for Hajj or Umrah?

The government of Saudi Arabia has launched a tourist visa for the citizens of 49 nationalities who can apply for it online and get it within a few minutes. People want to know if they can perform Hajj or Umrah if they apply for the tourist visa of Saudi Arabia. Recommended: How to apply for a tourist visa for Saudi Arabia?

Can I apply for Umrah visa 2022?

Applications for Umrah visa 2022 are currently open to all applicants. However, due to the current situation with the Omicron variant, the Government of Saudi Arabia has imposed some restrictions to stop the spread of the virus. For example, Muslims from the following countries are currently not able to travel to the KSA due to flight suspensions:

How long is the Umrah visa valid for?

The Umrah visa is valid for two weeks. But, if you are performing Umrah during Ramadan, you must leave by the last day of the holy month regardless of whether you have stayed two weeks or not. Citizens from the following countries can apply for an Umrah eVisa:

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What is Umrah in Saudi Arabia?

Guide: Performing Umrah on New Saudi Tourist / Visit Visa. Umrah is a religious activity that is performed by Muslims when they visit the holy city of Makkah. Umrah comprises of special dressing, the seven round of the Kabba, seven rounds of Saffa and Marwa and getting the head shaved off for the males after performing it.

What do Muslims wear during the Umrah?

During the Umrah activity, the Muslims male wear a special two piece un-stitched clothing, known as Irham. Women wear loose garment that covers their entire body. This garment is known as Abaya. They also cover their head with scarf. This Post Contains [ hide] Details about Saudi Arabia Visit / Tourist Visa.

How to apply for the Saudi Arabia Visit Visa on a Pakistani Passport?

As per the rules, Pakistani citizens cannot apply for the e-visa and get visa on arrival. They are in the Group B countries and they have to apply via embassy.

Can I perform Umrah on the visit visa as an unaccompanied woman, without a male relative?

Unlike before, when ladies need to have a male relative ( known as Mehram) to perform Umrah with them, this new visit visa allows women to perform Umrah without being accompanied by a male relative. Check the official reply

What is a visit visa?

The visit visa only allows tourists to take part in tourism related activities, and perform Umrah. It does not allow all other activities, for instance, working and studying.

Where can I apply for a Saudi visa?

Applicants can apply for a Consulate visa at the Saudi embassy or consulate closest to them .

Can I perfom Umrah?

As per the official website of Saudi Government, holders of visitor visa can perfom Umrah. Check the FAQ section of Visitsaudi.com

Can I get a tourist visa in Saudi Arabia?

The government of Saudi Arabia has launched a tourist visa for the citizens of 49 nationalities who can apply for it online and get it within a few minutes. People want to know if they can perform Hajj or Umrah if they apply for the tourist visa of Saudi Arabia. Recommended: How to apply for a tourist visa for Saudi Arabia?

Can I do Hajj in Saudi Arabia?

Well, you cannot perform Hajj if you are coming to Saudi Arabia on a tourist visa as it requires a different visa and plenty of arrangements. When you hire an agent back in your country to get a Hajj visa, he makes all the arrangements for your stay in Makkah, Madina, Arafat, Mina, and Muzdalfah.

Can we enter Makkah and Madina on a tourist visa?

Recommended: Why Non-Muslims cannot enter Makkah and Madina?

Can we perform Umrah on a Saudi tourist visa?

I think it is the wish of every Muslim to visit the Holy Kaaba and perform Umrah over and again. Every Muslim coming to Saudi Arabia on a tourist visa must be wanting to perform Umrah and therefore, the government has allowed it.

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