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The Saudi Government
normally issues the Umrah Visa about two months after the Hajj is over. From
2001(1422 AH) the Ministry of
Hajj has issued contracts to 350 selected Saudi Travel Agencies (of which
AlMenbar is one) to process all visa traffic into the Kingdom.
This ruling effectively restricts you as an
intending pilgrim from applying for a visa directly. Instead, AlMenbar
efficiently and effectively processes your visa via your
local Licenced Contractor.
The New Rulesrrestrict your stay in
Saudi Arabia to 14 days maximum from the point of arrival till the point of
departure. This includes allowing you to visit any part of Saudi Arabia within
the 14 days period, assuming your stay meets the New
Rules.
Additionally you can transit through Saudi
Arabia to perform Umra on your way to/back from your ultimate destination such
as Pakistan, India or Bangladesh etc. In this situation, your stopover can be
overnight only to complete your Umra; or longer, up to 28 days (the duration for
your Umra Visa) for you to stay in Makka and Madina or as per your wish.
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