In a major development that is being welcomed by Muslim travelers across the globe, Saudi Arabia has unveiled a streamlined stopover visa initiative that allows international visitors to perform Umrah for as little as 52.50 Saudi Riyals, approximately ₦10,700, during layovers in the Kingdom. The initiative, which is specifically tied to passengers flying with national
Ramadi, Iraq – September 4, 2025 Two Iraqi pilgrims from Erbil reportedly died and two others sustained serious injuries when their vehicle overturned in the western deserts of Iraq’s Anbar province during a road journey to Saudi Arabia for Umrah. According to The Islamic Information, the victims were identified as Hamzah Abdulkarim and Sabah, who
In what many have described as a transformative approach to modern pilgrimage support, dedicated Guest Care teams are now operating round-the-clock to ensure that pilgrims, reverently referred to as the Guests of Allah, receive timely and compassionate assistance throughout their spiritual journey. These specialized teams, composed of multilingual and culturally adept professionals, are available 24
In a new report released by the General Authority for Statistics (GAS), the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia recorded a total of 15,222,497 Umrah pilgrims in the first quarter of 2025. This staggering figure reflects the Kingdom’s continued efforts to enhance religious tourism and streamline pilgrim services under Vision 2030. The report, which was made public
In a major stride towards transforming the Umrah pilgrimage experience for millions of Muslims across the globe, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has officially unveiled the “Nusuk Umrah” digital service. The platform, launched by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, allows pilgrims from outside the Kingdom to seamlessly apply for their Umrah visas and arrange
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has officially rolled out a newly enhanced Umrah initiative, introducing premium packages and top-tier services tailored specifically for pilgrims traveling from outside the Kingdom. This move is part of the Kingdom’s broader efforts to elevate the spiritual experience of millions of Muslims across the globe who journey to the holy
In what marks an early move towards preparations for the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has officially announced that intending pilgrims are expected to make a deposit of ₦8,500,000 (Eight Million, Five Hundred Thousand Naira) as the initial fare for the exercise. This disclosure was made in a public notice
In a continued effort to safeguard the health and well-being of pilgrims, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has issued vital safety guidelines for those performing Hajj and Umrah rituals under the scorching sun. The advisory, targeted particularly at those navigating the sacred rites during the hotter parts of the day, highlights the need for
Pilgrims performing Umrah at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah are now benefiting from a modern, tech-driven solution designed to ease movement and enhance safety within the sacred precincts. The introduction of crowd density monitoring screens across key locations in the Grand Mosque is enabling worshippers to identify less congested paths as they carry out their rites,
August 18, 2025 — The Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission (NCPC) has announced the resumption of pilgrimages to Israel and Jordan, following the lifting of a travel suspension that was previously imposed due to security concerns in the Middle East. Bishop Stephen Adegbite, Executive Secretary of the NCPC, stated that the main Easter pilgrimage is scheduled
