2025 Umrah visa updates: What every pilgrim must know before the journey October 03, 2025 at 12:42AM

Saudi Arabia has rolled out major updates to the 2025 Umrah visa process, effective June 10. Pilgrims must now secure confirmed hotel and transportation bookings via the Nusuk platform before applying. Tourist visas are no longer valid for Umrah, and new rules require host's Saudi ID for family stays.