Saudi Arabia has announced the official Umrah calendar for the year 1447 AH (2025–2026), detailing critical dates for visa issuance, pilgrim arrivals, and departures. According to the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, foreign pilgrims can begin arriving on June 11, 2025 (15 Dhul Hijjah 1446), with visa issuance starting one day earlier.

🕋 Key Dates for the 1447 AH Umrah Season

• Visa Issuance Begins: June 10, 2025 (14 Dhul Hijjah 1446)

• Pilgrim Arrivals Start: June 11, 2025 (15 Dhul Hijjah 1446)

• Final Visa Issuance Date: March 20, 2026 (1 Shawwal 1447)

• Last Entry into Saudi Arabia: April 3, 2026 (15 Shawwal 1447)

• Deadline for Departure: April 18, 2026 (1 Dhul Qada 1447)

📅 Key Milestones and Deadlines

• External Agent Service Launch: March 25, 2025

• Contract Signing Start: April 14, 2025 (Hajj and Umrah Services Forum)

• Agent Qualification Deadline: May 27, 2025 (29 Dhul Qada 1446)

• Final Contract Approval Date: January 20, 2026 (1 Sha’ban 1447)

🌍 Enhanced Services and Strategic Goals

The Ministry’s strategic efforts align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals to host 30 million Umrah pilgrims annually. Projects like the Rua Al Madinah project are underway to support infrastructure by adding 47,000 hotel rooms and creating 93,000 jobs.

Recent updates include the extension of Umrah visas from 30 to 90 days and permitting entry via all air, land, and sea ports.

🧭 Platforms for Pilgrims

Pilgrims are encouraged to use the official Nusuk platform to apply for visas, book hotels, and plan their travel. The platform provides interactive tools and multilingual support to assist global pilgrims effectively.