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Umrah Opens for Saudi Citizens From April 18 to April 30

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March 31, 2026

Hajj 2026: Umrah Will Be Only Open for Saudi Citizens From April 18 to May 2

Saudi citizens will have a dedicated window to perform Umrah at Masjid al-Haram from 1 Dhul Qi’dah to 15 Dhul Qi’dah 1447 AH — corresponding to April 18 to May 2, 2026 — with the Grand Mosque expected to be significantly less crowd.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

Bus Carrying Indonesian Umrah Pilgrims Catches Fire Near Madinah

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March 31, 2026

Bus Carrying Indonesian Umrah Pilgrims Catches Fire Near Madinah, All 24 Passengers Unharmed

A bus transporting 24 Indonesian Umrah pilgrims caught fire on a highway near Madinah on March 26, 2026, after a tyre burst and smoke emerged from the front of the vehicle. All passengers evacuated safely with no injuries.

bySamira Yusuf

Hajj 2026 Umrah Visa Holders To Leave Saudi Arabia before April 18

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March 24, 2026

Hajj 2026: Umrah Visa Holders To Leave Saudi Arabia before April 18

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has confirmed that April 18, 2026 — corresponding to 1 Dhul Qi’dah 1447 AH — is the final date for Umrah pilgrims to depart from Saudi Arabia as the Kingdom transitions into Hajj season.

byWarda Shahid

Ramadan 2026 Over 1.68 Million International Umrah Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia

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March 20, 2026

Ramadan 2026: Over 1.68 Million International Umrah Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah recorded over 1.68 million international Umrah pilgrims during Ramadan 2026, with more than 153,000 services delivered across 30 Nusuk Care centres and over 21,500 field inspections conducted to ensure service quality.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

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March 15, 2026

March 20 Is the Last Date for Umrah Visa Issuance Before Hajj 2026

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has set March 20, 2026 as the final date for issuing Umrah visas, with April 3, 2026 as the last permitted date to enter Saudi Arabia before the Hajj season begins.

bySamira Yusuf

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March 13, 2026

Best Time to Perform Umrah 2026 Ideal Hours

Best hours to perform Umrah when Masjid al Haram (Grand Mosque) is less crowded.

byRukhsar Rehman

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March 11, 2026

Best Time to Perform Umrah 2026

Choosing the right time to perform Umrah can make the difference between a rushed, overcrowded experience and a peaceful, spiritually fulfilling journey. Here is everything you need to know to plan wisely.

byRukhsar Rehman

man driving pilgrim cart inside masjid al haram grand mosque in makkah

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March 9, 2026

Hotel-to-Masjid al-Haram Transport Booking Service Launched for Umrah Pilgrims

The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques has introduced a new electronic transport booking service, allowing Umrah pilgrims to request vehicles directly from their hotels to the Grand Mosque without visiting any transportation point.

bySamira Yusuf

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March 8, 2026

Rising Fuel Prices Makes Umrah Flights More Expensive

A sharp jump in jet fuel prices has driven Umrah airfares significantly higher — with economy tickets already up by nearly 45%.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

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February 28, 2026

Umrah Flights Face Delays and Cancellations Amid US-Iran Attacks

Emirates, Qatar Airways, Saudia, and international carriers cancel or reroute flights as Gulf airspace closures strand thousands of pilgrims in transit hubs.

byMaisah