Key Takeaways:
- Transit passengers on Saudia or Flynas can obtain a 96-hour stopover visa for just SAR 52.50,
- Free Umrah access to Makkah and Madinah.
- The visa requires onward flight confirmation, passport validity, and Umrah booking via the Nusuk app.
Saudi Arabia has introduced a free stopover visa that allows international travelers to perform Umrah during flight layovers for just SAR 52.50 in processing fees.
The program, available exclusively to passengers flying with Saudia or Flynas, provides a 96-hour (4-day) visa that enables visitors to explore Makkah, Madinah, and other Saudi cities without requiring a separate visa.
The visa comes at minimal cost—SAR 39.50 processing fee plus SAR 13 for mandatory medical insurance—making it one of the most accessible options for Muslims worldwide to perform Umrah.
The electronic visa is automatically generated during the flight booking process when passengers select a stopover option, with approval typically granted within minutes.
To qualify, travelers must have confirmed onward tickets with the same airline and a passport valid for at least six months. Visitors must also book their Umrah appointments through the official Nusuk app, which facilitates access to the holy sites in Makkah and Madinah.
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