Saudi Arabia launches exclusive 96-hour Umrah Visa now open for Indian pilgrims

Highlights: New 96-Hour Umrah Stopover visa in Saudi Arabia for Indian pilgrims

• Saudi Arabia introduced 96-hour stopover visa to enhance Umrah visits for Indian nationals.
• Indian nationals can obtain the visa in less than 48 hours and can visit any city and perform Umrah in Saudi Arabia.
• Three visa centers will be established in India to streamline the visa processes.
• Minister Muraleedharan highlighted the mutual benefits for both the countries and their communities.

 

Saudi Arabia introduces 96-Hour Stopover Visa to enhance Umrah visits for Indian nationals

In a move to enhance Umrah visits, Saudi Arabia has released a 96-hour stopover visa option for Indian nationals traveling to the West or the Middle East. This initiative offering streamlined processes, is a part of the ambitious Saudi Vision 2030, has been announced by Tawfiq bin Fawzan, the Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah.

 

Ministers collaborate on facilitating pilgrimages support

The friendly relationship between India and Saudi Arabia, under the visionary leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached new heights.

 

Minister of Minority Affairs Tawfiq bin Fawzan and Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan jointly briefed the media on India's commitment to facilitating Muslim pilgrimages globally. Minister Tawfiq bin Fawzan has emphasized the Kingdom's initiatives to utilize infrastructural upgrades and technological advancements to enhance the overall Umrah experience.

 

Muraleedharan highlighted the mutual benefits for both the nations, and their respective communities. He stated that the dedication of Ministry of External Affairs in collaborating closely will guarantee pilgrimage success.

 

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Details about the new 96 hour Umrah stopover visa for Indians

• Indian nationals traveling to the West or the Middle East can now apply for the visa at the time of ticket issuance.
• This allows them to visit any city in Saudi Arabia and perform the Umrah.  
• Visa is valid for 90 days and enables holders to live and travel within Saudi Arabia.
• Kingdom entrance visa can now be obtained in less than 48 hours for those who want to perform Umrah.
• Indian visitors are permitted to use their employment, tourist, or Umrah visas to perform the Hajj in Saudi Arabia.
• The purpose of the expedited visa application procedure is to make Umrah pilgrims' journey more accessible.

 

Visa centers in India for streamlining issuance procedures

Three new visa centers will be opened in India, in order to streamline the visa issuance processes. Umrah and travel agencies from both nations will collaborate at an upcoming exhibition in Mumbai, introducing projects aimed at enhancing the Umrah experience.

 

Joint Saudi Arabia and India efforts result in remarkable outcomes

Collaborative efforts between Saudi Arabia and India have resulted in impressive outcomes, with over 1.2 million Indian pilgrims performing Umrah in 2023, marking a substantial 74% increase from the previous year.

 

Minister Tawfiq bin Fawzan expressed commitment to enhance direct travel options with a focus on accommodating the growing demand of Indians wishing to perform Umrah.

 

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