Last updated: October 2026
Saudi Arabia changed the Umrah visa for Pakistani pilgrims in 2026. The visa is now valid for one year with multiple entries, and the biometric step works differently this season. This guide explains the documents you need, what the visa costs, how long it takes, and what to do if your application goes for embassy review.
اردو میں خلاصہ
- 2026 میں پاکستان کے لیے عمرہ ویزا ایک سال کے لیے کارآمد ہے اور اس پر کئی بار سفر کیا جا سکتا ہے۔ سعودی عرب میں زیادہ سے زیادہ 90 دن قیام کی اجازت ہے۔
- عمرہ ویزا پر دوبارہ سعودیہ میں انٹری کے لیے ویزا ایکٹو ہونا ضروری ہے۔
- درخواست کے لیے پاسپورٹ، شناختی کارڈ (آگے اور پیچھے) اور سفید بیک گراؤنڈ والی تصویر درکار ہے۔
- ویزا فیس تقریباً 500 سے 650 سعودی ریال ہے، یعنی تقریباً 38,000 سے 49,400 روپے۔
- ویزا عام طور پر 24 گھنٹے میں جاری ہو جاتا ہے۔
- 2026 میں خواتین محرم کے بغیر بھی عمرہ ویزا لے سکتی ہیں اور عمرہ ادا کر سکتی ہیں۔
- ویزا ختم ہونے سے پہلے سعودی عرب سے واپسی ضروری ہے، ورنہ 25,000 ریال تک جرمانہ ہو سکتا ہے۔
Key terms in simple words
- Nusuk
- The official Umrah platform of Saudi Arabia, run under the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. Umrah bookings, permits and services are managed through it.
- MOFA
- Short for Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia. It issues the e-visa.
- Saudi visa drop box
- Authorised agencies in Pakistan, registered with the Saudi Embassy in Islamabad and the Consulate in Karachi, where passports and visa documents are submitted.
- Etimad (Tasheer) centre
- The official Saudi partner office in Pakistan where visa biometrics (fingerprints and photo) are taken.
What changed in 2026: the 1-year multiple-entry Umrah visa
The Umrah visa for Pakistan is now booked through Nusuk and issued by the Saudi Digital Embassy, with a validity of one year. Before this change, an Umrah visa was valid for 90 days only. Here is how the new visa works:
- Valid for one year from the date it is issued.
- Multiple entry: you can travel for Umrah more than once on the same visa.
- Maximum stay of 90 days in Saudi Arabia, even though the visa itself is valid for a year.
- Not active during Hajj season, from 1 Dhul Qadah to 14 Dhul Hijjah.
Your visa must be activated before every trip
A one-year visa does not mean you can fly to Saudi Arabia at any time. Before each trip, you must inform the Umrah company that issued your visa. They update your booking on Nusuk and activate the visa. If the visa is not activated, immigration will not allow you to enter Saudi Arabia.
When you exit Saudi Arabia, the visa becomes inactive again. For your next trip on the same visa, contact your Umrah company and repeat the activation before you travel.
Important: do not book your flight on an existing Umrah visa until your Umrah company confirms that the visa is active on Nusuk for your travel dates.
Umrah permit on the Nusuk app
An Umrah permit gives you a time slot to perform Umrah at Masjid al-Haram. At this time the Umrah permit is not mandatory, but you can book it easily and free of charge in the Nusuk app. We recommend that every pilgrim books a permit before performing Umrah.
Documents required for an Umrah visa from Pakistan
Keep a clear scan or photo of each document for every traveller in your group, including children.
- PassportValid for at least six months from your travel date. Send a clear copy of the first two pages.
- CNIC or Smart CNICFront and back.
- Passport-size photographRecent, with a white background.
- Emergency contactName and phone number of someone in Pakistan we can reach if needed.
Documents for children
For children, only a passport is required. It is better to also share the FRC (Family Registration Certificate), an official NADRA document.
Tip: your name must match your passport exactly on every document and booking. A small spelling difference is one of the most common reasons an application gets held up.
Can women apply for an Umrah visa without a mahram?
Yes. In 2026, women can apply for an Umrah visa and perform Umrah without a mahram. There is no restriction, so a single woman can travel for Umrah on her own or with a group.
Vaccination certificates for Umrah 1447H (2026)
You do not need vaccination certificates to apply for an Umrah visa. But you must carry them with you when you travel, because authorities sometimes check them at the airport. The Saudi Ministry of Health sets two vaccinations for pilgrims travelling from Pakistan.
Polio
Every traveller from Pakistan, of any age, must take at least one dose of polio vaccine (drops or injection) before travel, even if they were vaccinated before. It is best taken at least four weeks before you arrive. Keep your NADRA polio certificate with you.
Meningitis
You need a meningitis vaccine (ACYW), taken within the last five years for the conjugate type or the last three years for the polysaccharide type. It must be taken at least 10 days before you arrive in Saudi Arabia, so plan the appointment early.
Good to know: polio and meningitis are the required vaccines. The flu vaccine is recommended but not required, so ask for an itemised receipt if you are charged for extra vaccines. Official source: Saudi Ministry of Health, health requirements for Umrah (PDF).
Umrah visa cost from Pakistan in 2026
There is no single fixed price for an Umrah visa. The price depends on the terms and conditions of each application and changes from time to time, so we confirm the current rate before you pay. Health insurance is not included in the Umrah visa fee.
What affects the Umrah visa price
- Peak season: prices rise during busy months such as Rabi ul Awwal and Ramadan.
- Saudi government policy: changes to visa policies and fees.
- Exchange rate: when the Saudi riyal rises against the Pakistani rupee, the cost in PKR goes up.
- New rules and regulations: new visa requirements can change the cost.
Before paying any agent, ask for a written quote that shows whether the price is for the visa only or includes hotel, transport and flights. Our complete Umrah packages combine the visa, flights, hotel and transport on one invoice, or you can request a hotel quote for Makkah and Madinah and a flight quote from Pakistan separately.
How long does Umrah visa processing take?
When your documents are complete, an Umrah visa is usually issued within 24 hours. To be safe, we ask our clients to allow 3 to 5 days. After you apply, one of three things happens:
Visa issued
Your documents are complete and the visa is issued directly. You are ready for the next step of your trip.
Sent for embassy review
The visa is not issued straight away and goes to the Saudi Embassy or Consulate for review. You will need to complete a biometric, explained below.
Rejected
The embassy rejects the visa directly. In our experience this happens in less than 1 percent of cases. Most Umrah visas for Pakistani applicants are approved.
What a Saudi Umrah e-visa looks like
When your visa is issued, you receive it as a PDF e-visa from the Saudi Digital Embassy. Below is a real Umrah e-visa issued in October 2026 to a traveller from Pakistan. Personal details are blurred for privacy.
How to read your e-visa
- Visa numberYour unique visa reference. Keep it handy for activation and any inquiry.
- Date of issue and valid untilThe visa is valid for one year, in this example from 16/10/2026 to 15/10/2027.
- Duration of stayYou can stay in Saudi Arabia for a maximum of 90 days.
- Type of visaMust read Umrah. Check this before you travel.
- Umrah operatorThe Saudi company responsible for your Umrah services.
- External agentThe agency in Pakistan that applied for your visa.
- Important conditionsNot valid from 1 Dhul Qadah to 14 Dhul Hijjah. The visa text also mentions an Umrah permit. At this time the permit is not mandatory, but we recommend booking it on the Nusuk app.
Check your e-visa: your name, passport number and date of birth must match your passport exactly. Save the PDF on your phone and carry a printed copy when you travel.
Biometric for Umrah visa: what to do if your visa goes for embassy review
If your visa is sent for embassy or consulate review, you must complete a biometric before it can be issued. There are two ways to do this.
Option 1: Saudi Bio app
- Get your application numberAsk the company that applied for your visa for your application number.
- Register in the Saudi Bio appDownload the official Saudi Visa Bio app on Google Play, then enter your application number and your email address. A session opens through your email.
- Complete the biometric onlineYour fingerprints and a live photo are taken in the app.
- Take a screenshotSave a screenshot of the biometric completion screen.
- Submit with your passportGive the screenshot and your passport to your Umrah company. They submit it at the Saudi visa drop box.
When your biometric is complete, you receive a confirmation email from MOFA (SaudiVisaBio) like the one below. It confirms your enrollment and shows your enrollment ID. Keep this email and share it with your Umrah company.
Update, September and October 2026: the Saudi Bio app is currently not working for most applicants. Until it is restored, use the Etimad (Tasheer) centre below.
Option 2: Etimad (Tasheer) centre
The Etimad (Tasheer) centre is the official partner of Saudi Arabia for visa biometrics in Pakistan. You can find the Etimad visa office in Islamabad on Google Maps; check whether there is also an office in your city.
- Get your embassy review documentYour Umrah company gives you the document showing that your visa was sent for embassy or consulate review.
- Visit the Etimad (Tasheer) centreTake the document and your passport to the centre in Islamabad, or in your city if there is one.
- Pay the biometric feeAbout PKR 1,600 to 1,700. The fee can change, so confirm it on the official website before you go.
- Complete your biometricThe officer records your biometric and gives you a fee slip and a biometric slip.
- Submit to the Saudi visa drop boxGive your passport with the biometric slip at the official Saudi visa drop box. They send it for verification.
- Visa issuedAfter verification, the visa is usually issued automatically within 24 to 72 hours.
Leave Saudi Arabia on time
Warning: if a pilgrim absconds or overstays in Saudi Arabia, there are severe penalties, including fines of up to SAR 25,000 per passenger. Always exit Saudi Arabia within your 90-day stay and before your visa expires.
How to apply for your Umrah visa with Travel with AZM
Travel with AZM is an IATA accredited travel agency in Rawalpindi that handles Umrah visas, flights and hotels for pilgrims across Pakistan. Applying with us takes four simple steps.
- Send your documents on WhatsAppShare clear copies of these documents for every traveller:
- Passport scanned copy
- CNIC picture, front and back
- Passport-size picture
- Get a written quoteWe check your documents and send the current visa price, showing exactly what is included.
- We apply and keep you updatedWe submit your application and tell you as soon as the visa is issued, or guide you through the biometric if it goes for review.
- Activation before you travelBefore each trip on your multiple-entry visa, tell us your dates and we activate your visa on Nusuk.
No agent can guarantee approval. The final decision on every visa is made by the Saudi authorities, and we will always tell you honestly where your application stands.
Prefer to meet in person? Visit our head office on Airport Road, Rawalpindi, or learn more about our team.
Apply for your Umrah visa with an IATA accredited agent
Send your documents on WhatsApp and our team will reply with the current price and next steps.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Umrah visa valid in 2026?
The Umrah visa for Pakistan is now valid for one year from the date of issue, with multiple entries. You can stay in Saudi Arabia for a maximum of 90 days.
Can I travel to Saudi Arabia at any time on my one-year Umrah visa?
No. Before each trip, you must ask the Umrah company that issued your visa to activate it on Nusuk. Without activation, immigration will not allow you to enter. The visa is also not active during Hajj season.
How much does an Umrah visa cost from Pakistan?
About SAR 500 to 650 per person, which is about PKR 38,000 to 49,400 at 1 SAR = 76 PKR. The price varies with terms and conditions, the season and the exchange rate, and groups of 30 or more usually pay less. Health insurance is not included.
How long does it take to get an Umrah visa?
Usually 24 hours once your documents are complete. We ask clients to allow 3 to 5 days. If your visa is sent for embassy review, it is usually issued within 24 to 72 hours after your biometric is verified.
Can a woman get an Umrah visa without a mahram?
Yes. In 2026, women can apply for an Umrah visa and perform Umrah without a mahram. There is no restriction.
Do I need an Umrah permit?
At this time the Umrah permit is not mandatory, but you can book it easily in the Nusuk app. We recommend that every pilgrim books one.
What should I do if my Umrah visa is sent for embassy review?
You need to complete a biometric. While the Saudi Bio app is not working, visit the Etimad (Tasheer) centre with your embassy review document and passport, pay the biometric fee, and submit your passport with the biometric slip at the Saudi visa drop box.
Do I need vaccination certificates to apply?
No. You do not need them to apply. But carry your polio and meningitis certificates when you travel, because they are sometimes checked at the airport.
What happens if I overstay my Umrah visa?
Overstaying or absconding in Saudi Arabia leads to severe penalties, including fines of up to SAR 25,000 per passenger. Always leave within your 90-day stay and before your visa expires.
Does paying an agent guarantee my Umrah visa?
No. Payment does not guarantee approval or entry. The decision is made by the Saudi authorities. Most Umrah visas for Pakistani applicants are approved, but always ask your agent for written refund terms before you pay.
This guide reflects Umrah visa rules as of October 2026. Saudi visa rules, fees and procedures change often. Please confirm the latest requirements with our team before you travel.
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