Yes. UK passport holders can apply for a Saudi Umrah visa online, most commonly through the Saudi tourist eVisa system, which lets eligible British citizens perform Umrah outside the Hajj season without visiting an embassy or visa office. For a full breakdown of every visa route available to UK pilgrims, see our complete Umrah Visa UK guide.
How the Online Process Works
- Eligible route: British passport holders can typically apply through the official Saudi eVisa platform, which processes tourist visas that also permit Umrah. If you’re weighing this against a dedicated Umrah visa, our guide on whether you can perform Umrah on a tourist visa covers the practical differences.
- No embassy visit required: The entire application document upload and payment included — is usually completed online from start to finish.
- Approval time: Many applications are processed within a few working days, though this varies by season and volume. See how long an Umrah visa takes for typical turnaround times by route, and check how long a Saudi Umrah visa stays valid once it’s issued.
What You Will Need to Apply
- A passport valid for at least six months from your date of arrival (if yours is close to expiry, read can I go to Umrah with an expiring passport first)
- A recent passport-style photograph meeting Saudi visa standards
- Confirmed flight details
- Accommodation information
- A valid payment card for the visa fee
For the full checklist of paperwork beyond the visa itself, see what documents do I need for Umrah. Curious whether you need a visa at all in your situation? Start with do I need a visa for Umrah.
A Few Things Worth Knowing
- UK residence isn’t the same as British nationality. If you live in the UK but hold a passport from another country, your eligibility depends on that passport’s nationality, not your UK residency status. Non-UK passport holders based in the UK should read can I perform Umrah if I have a non-UK passport but live in the UK.
- Travel agencies can still help. Many pilgrims apply through a licensed Umrah travel agency even when eligible for the online route, particularly for a first trip, simply for the added guidance.
- Applications can be rejected. It doesn’t happen often, but it’s worth knowing your options in advance — see what to do if your Saudi visa application gets rejected.
- Costs vary by route and nationality. Compare fees in our guide to how much an Umrah visa costs from the UK.
Before You Travel
Once your visa is sorted, the rest of your pre-departure prep matters just as much. Our before you fly: Hajj and Umrah visa information 2026 guide walks through everything else to check before booking flights.
Applying With Confidence
Our team can guide you through the online application step by step, or handle the entire visa process for you as part of your package. Contact us to get started, or browse our Umrah packages to see visa-inclusive options.
