3 Visa Options Available for GCC Residents to Perform Umrah

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has clarified that residents of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries now have simplified options for visiting the Holy Mosque in Mecca to perform Umrah.

The ministry highlighted that these options are intended to make the pilgrimage more accessible.

Three Visa Options

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Ministry outlined three visa options:

1. Umrah Visa: Available by purchasing an Umrah package on the Nusuk platform (www.nusuk.sa).
2. Tourist Visa: Obtainable via the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (https://ksavisa.sa).
3. Transit Visa: Available when booking flights with Saudi Arabian Airlines or Flynas.

“If you reside in any Gulf country and intend to perform Umrah, there are multiple easy pathways available to ensure a smooth journey, as Mecca and Medina eagerly await your visit,” the ministry stated.

The ministry also noted that permits are required to pray in the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina, which can be obtained through the Nusuk app.

This initiative aims to facilitate pilgrimage for residents across the Gulf region, enhancing access to the holy cities of Mecca and Medina.