Individual Umrah Visa
Choose an authorized Umrah agent:
In most cases, you cannot apply for an Umrah visa directly. Instead, you need to contact an authorized Umrah agent or travel agency approved by the Saudi Arabian government to apply for the visa on your behalf.
Valid passport:
Ensure you have a valid passport with at least six months of validity remaining before its expiration date. The passport should have enough blank pages for visa stamps.
Travel itinerary:
Provide your travel itinerary, including flight details, accommodation arrangements, and other relevant information, to the Umrah agent or travel agency.
Financial requirements:
Some countries may require proof of financial capability to perform the Umrah pilgrimage. This could include bank statements, financial guarantees, or other documents to demonstrate your ability to cover the costs of travel, accommodation, and other expenses.
Ministry of Hajj and Umrah approval:
The authorized Umrah agent or travel agency will handle the process of obtaining Ministry of Hajj and Umrah approval on your behalf. This approval is necessary for the issuance of the Umrah visa.
Checklist of Required Documents for Indian Citizens to Obtain of Visa for Saudi Arabia:
- Original Passport with at least two empty pages and six months’ validity
- Visa application form
- Visa fee receipt
- Recent color photograph with white background
- Proof of confirmed return flight ticket
- Proof of confirmed hotel/accommodation booking
Difference Between Umrah Visa & Saudi Tourist Visa:
Umrah Visa | Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa | ||
Purpose | For religious Umrah pilgrimage to Makkah | For recreational travel and tourism throughout the country; also permits Umrah | |
Eligibility | Only Muslims can apply | Open to everyone, including non-Muslims | |
Application Process | Licensed Umrah travel agents must apply for Umrah visa on behalf of pilgrims | Can be applied online through the official Saudi e-Visa portal, subject to criteria | |
Duration and Validity | 90 Days from issuance | Varying validity, depending on entry type | |
Entry Type | Typically single entry | Single or multiple entry | |
Travel Flexibility | Can travel within Saudi Arabia for religious purposes (Ziyarat) | Can travel within Saudi Arabia for tourism and recreation | |
Restrictions | Does not permit Hajj, work, general tourism, long-term residency, and driving | Does not permit Hajj, work, and study | |
