Saudi Arabia announces Umrah season calendar
The calendar lists out key dates, including visa issuance, service agreement deadlines, and the final entry and exit dates for pilgrims coming from outside the Kingdom.
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announces the Umrah season calendar for the year 1447 AH, as part of preparations to serve pilgrims and visitors to the Prophet's Mosque arriving from outside Saudi Arabia with Umrah visas.#Ease_and_Tranquility#No_Hajj_Without_Permit pic.twitter.com/la8oG01P0h — Ministry of Hajj and Umrah (@MoHU_En) May 9, 2025
International visitors holding an Umrah visa will be permitted to begin performing the rites beginning June 11 (15 Dhul-Hijjah), with visa issuance starting a day earlier, on June 10.
The announcement added that all service agreements between Umrah companies and foreign agencies had to be finalised by May 27.
Deadlines have been set for various milestones. The final date for issuing Umrah visas will be March 20, 2026 (1 Shawwal 1447). The final date for pilgrims to enter the Kingdom will be April 3, 2026 (15 Shawwal 1447). All pilgrims must depart the country by April 18, 2026 (1 Dhul-Qi'dah 1447).
The timeline is part of the ministry's broader effort to ensure smooth and well-organised Umrah season.
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