Saudi Arabia announces key post-Hajj 2026 Umrah visa and travel dates
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Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced the Umrah season calendar after Hajj 2026 ends as part of preparations to receive pilgrims arriving from outside the country. At the moment, Muslims are unable to perform umrah due to the beginning of Hajj. These are the key post-Hajj 2026 Umrah visa and travel dates.
The ministry has announced the Umrah resumption dates after Hajj 2026, outlining the operational stages and deadlines for Umrah companies, external agents and pilgrims ahead of the upcoming season, according to Gulf News. The new calendar has been announced to make preparations for the pilgrims under an integrated system of services and care.
Preparatory meetings for the 1448 AH season were held on Tuesday May 5, followed by the qualification and final contracting process for external agents on Monday May 11.
When will Saudi Arabia begin issuing Umrah visas?
Visa issuance begins on Sunday May 31, corresponding to 14 Dhu Al Hijjah 1447 AH, with the ministry stating that service provider contracts and package designs are being completed through the electronic platform. Under the calendar, pilgrims holding Umrah visas will be allowed to enter Mecca and receive permits starting Monday June 1.
The announcement of the key post-Hajj 2026 Umrah visa and travel dates also includes Tuesday March 9, 2027, as the final deadline for issuing Umrah visas. While Tuesday March 23, 2027 has been announced as the last date for pilgrim entry into Saudi Arabia and April 7, 2027, as the deadline for pilgrim departures.
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah said the calendar is part of wider efforts to streamline procedures and improve the experience of Umrah pilgrims through advanced digital systems and integrated operational services.
Overview of key dates
- Visa issuance begins: Sunday May 31
- Pilgrims can enter the Kingdom starting from: Monday June 1
- Visa issuance ends: Tuesday March 9, 2027
- Last date for pilgrim entry: Tuesda7 March 23, 2027
For more information, please visit: haj.gov.sa
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