Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Hajj and Umrah, announced a reduction in the cost of comprehensive insurance for pilgrims travelling from outside the Kingdom.

Al-Rabiah stated that lowering the cost of comprehensive insurance for Umrah pilgrims is good news for those outside the Kingdom, as comprehensive insurance will now cost 87.4 riyals instead of 235.75.

To ensure its vision is met, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has made it possible for Hajj missions from all nations to contract with any of the licensed companies within the Kingdom, rather than a preset company. According to the Minister, the move was intended to increase competitiveness.

We are pleased to have Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, Advisor to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and Governor of Makkah Al-Mukarramah Region, support the Hajj Expo 2023 opening. More than 60 countries and hundreds of organizations joined forces with us to prepare for the Hajj season in 1444 AH with the best possible preparations.

As before the Corona pandemic, the orders of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and Saudi Crown Prince were issued upon the return of pilgrims. The preparation of over 20 exhibitions documenting the biography of the Prophet and his honorable companions, to enrich pilgrims' and Umrah performers' journeys

According to the minister of Hajj, the Umrah visa holders can now roam throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and their visa has been extended from 30 days to 90 days. The new visa can be issued in less than 24 hours.

SOURCE : SAUDI EXPATRIATES