Yes, you can perform Umrah on a Saudi Tourist Visa. Under updated policies introduced by the Saudi Ministry of Tourism and the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, visitors holding a valid Tourist eVisa are officially permitted to undertake the Umrah pilgrimage and visit the Holy Mosques in Makkah and Madinah.
Benefits of Performing Umrah on a Tourist Visa
For British pilgrims, using a tourist visa offers several advantages over traditional visa options:
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Multiple Entries Over 1 Year: A tourist eVisa is typically valid for 365 days from the date of issue, allowing for multiple entries with a total cumulative stay of up to 90 to 180 days. This means you can perform Umrah multiple times throughout the year on a single visa.
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Freedom to Explore Saudi Arabia: Beyond Makkah and Madinah, a tourist visa allows you to visit historical and cultural cities across the Kingdom, such as Jeddah, AlUla, and Riyadh.
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Flexibility in Accommodations: Pilgrims on a tourist visa have full flexibility to book their preferred hotel stays, flight routes, and ground transit independently or as part of a custom package.
Important Exceptions & Rules to Remember
While a tourist visa offers great convenience, pilgrims must keep these rules in mind:
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Not Valid for Hajj: You cannot perform the Hajj pilgrimage on a tourist visa. The Saudi government strictly halts Umrah entries on tourist visas prior to the official Hajj season to manage crowd safety in Makkah.
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Nusuk App Permit Required: Even if you enter Saudi Arabia on a tourist visa, you must still download the Nusuk app once you arrive (or register online prior) to book your official Umrah permit slot and Rawdah permit in Madinah.
If you are planning your itinerary and want to pair a tourist visa with flexible hotel stays near the Haram, browse our all-inclusive Umrah packages.
Want to Visit Other Saudi Cities Along with Umrah?
If you want to spend extra days in Jeddah, Riyadh, or AlUla on a tourist visa, we can set up your hotel stays and train rides between cities.
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