About Umrah
The Umrah is an Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca (Hijaz) Saudi Arabia, performed by Muslims that can be undertaken at any time of the year, in contrast to the Hajj which has specific dates according to the Islamic lunar calendar.
In Arabic, ‘Umrah means "to visit a populated place." In the Sharia, Umrah means to perform Tawaf round the Ka ‘bah and Sa'i between Safa and Marwah, both after assuming Ihram (a sacred state). Ihram must be observed once traveling by land and passing a Miqat.
Different conditions exist for air travelers, who must observe Ihram once entering a specific perimeter about the city of Mecca. It is sometimes called the 'minor pilgrimage' or 'lesser pilgrimage', the Hajj being the 'major' pilgrimage which is compulsory for every Muslim who can afford it. The Umrah is not compulsory but highly recommended.
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Umrah Visa
Here are the types of Visas:
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Visa through packages: You are eligible for the Umrah VISA that can easily be obtained by booking a package online through one of the approved service providers or by visiting one of your local travel agencies approved to book Umrah packages.
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Authorized Visa Offices: If you are living in one of the 30 countries eligible you would be able to use the services of Tasheer Visa Facilitators through Tasheer website.
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Embassy: The following documents are also required to obtain an Embassy/Consulate/Tasheer visa: proof of residence (in the country in which you reside), return ticket, proof of employment, financial solvency/bank statement, flight itinerary, identification, residence address (where you are staying in Saudi).
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Transit or Stopover Visa: A transit/stopover visa allows people passing through Saudi to enter the country for a variety of reasons, including to perform Umrah, visit the Prophet's Mosque, and attend tourism events.
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E-Visa: Through the fast and easy-to-use online portal, international visitors from 57 eligible countries can apply for an eVisa. The eVisa will be a one-year, multiple entry visa, allowing tourists to spend up to 90 days in the country. The tourist visa allows you to take part in tourism-related activities such as, events, family & relatives visits, leisure, and Umrah (excluding Hajj) and excludes other activities such as studying.
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Visa on arrival: U.S., U.K., or Schengen Visa Holders can qualify for visa on arrival if the conditions are met.
The fees for the Umrah Visa are different depending on your country of origin.
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Those looking to visit Saudi with an Umrah Visa can also apply through UHI