Hold onto your prayer mats, folks—Saudi Arabia has officially flipped the script on how the world performs Umrah in 2025. In a divine twist of modernization, the Kingdom now lets you book your spiritual journey with the ease of clicking “add to cart.” Whether you’re jet-setting through on a layover, catching up with relatives in Riyadh, or simply craving that soul-refresh in Mecca, there’s a visa with your name on it. And yes—some lucky travelers can even get Umrah access just by showing up!
From no-visa-needed GCC neighbors waltzing through the border, to travelers from over 60 countries getting their Umrah visa online while still in pajamas, this is the glow-up pilgrimage season you didn’t know you needed. No more confusing embassy appointments or 3 a.m. travel agent calls—2025 is bringing digital convenience to spiritual devotion.
Ready to find out how to get your Umrah visa faster than you can say “Zamzam water”? Let’s dive into this (blessedly humorous) guide that breaks down every visa type that lets you say Bismillah and book your way to Mecca—agent-free and stress-free.
List of KSA Visa Types That Allow You to Perform Umrah in 2025
Besides the standard Umrah visa, several other visa types allow Muslims to perform Umrah legally:
1# Electronic Tourist Visa (eVisa)
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- Purpose: Tourism + Umrah (excluding Hajj)
- Validity: 1 year (multiple entry), 90-day stays
- Eligible for: 68 countries (US, UK, EU, Canada, Japan, Australia, etc.)
✅ Umrah allowed
Hajj not allowed.
2# KSA Visa on Arrival
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- Available at Saudi airports for 68 nationalities or travelers with valid US/UK/Schengen visas.
- Up to 90-day stays.
✅ Umrah allowed
Hajj not allowed.
3# Transit Visa (Stopover Visa)
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- For passengers transiting through Saudi Arabia.
- Up to 96-hour stay
- Apply while booking tickets via Saudia or Flynas.
✅ Umrah allowed.
4# Family Visit Visa
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- Issued to visit family in Saudi Arabia.
- Can be converted into Umrah visit.
✅ Umrah allowed.
5# Personal Visit Visa
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- Issued upon invitation from any Saudi citizen (not necessarily a relative).
- Now permits Umrah during visit.
✅ Umrah allowed.
6# Business Visa / Commercial Visa
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- For conferences, meetings, etc.
- Allows Umrah as an optional activity.
✅ Umrah allowed.
7# GCC Residents Visa
- Issued to expatriates living in GCC countries.
- Must have eligible profession and residency.
✅ Umrah allowed.
Electronic Umrah Visa is Super Easy to Obtain in 2025!
The Electronic Umrah Visa (e-Umrah Visa) is a short-term visa issued by Saudi Arabia specifically for Muslims intending to perform Umrah. Introduced to simplify the process, this visa is generally obtained through authorized Umrah tour operators or approved platforms, and is separate from the Hajj visa.
Who is Eligible to Apply for an Electronic Umrah Visa?
To qualify for the Electronic Umrah Visa in 2025, applicants must meet the following:
- Must be a Muslim (Umrah is only permitted for Muslims)
- Minimum Age: 18+ to apply individually. Minors can apply with parents or guardians.
- Women travelers (18–65) may apply without a mahram if joining an authorized group and submitting a notarized No Objection Certificate.
- Passport Validity: Must be valid for at least 6 months from entry.
- Medical Fitness: Vaccination proof (particularly meningitis) is required.
Documents Required for Umrah Visa 2025
When applying for the Umrah visa, applicants will need:
- A valid passport (6 months minimum validity)
- Passport-sized color photograph (white background)
- Proof of relationship (for women/children traveling with mahram)
- Confirmed return flight ticket
- Vaccination certificate for Meningococcal Meningitis
- Completed visa application form
- Hotel bookings or proof of accommodation (for some visa types).
How to Apply for the Umrah Visa in 2025?
Option 1: Through Authorized Umrah Agents
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- Visit a licensed Umrah tour operator.
- Submit passport, photo, and required documents.
- Pay the applicable fees.
- Visa is usually processed within 5 working days.
Option 2: Online via Saudi Government Platforms (for eVisa-eligible countries)
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- Visit https://visa.visitsaudi.com/
- Fill out the eVisa form and upload documents.
- Pay online using a card.
- Get eVisa via email (usually within 24 hours).
List of Countries That Are Visa-Exempt for Umrah in 2025
The following GCC nationals do not require a visa to enter Saudi Arabia and can perform Umrah freely:
- Qatar
- Bahrain
- United Arab Emirates
- Oman
- Kuwait.
List of Countries Eligible for Umrah Visa on Arrival (or eVisa) in 2025
Pilgrims from these countries can either obtain Visa on Arrival or apply for eVisa and perform Umrah without a traditional visa:
- United States
- United Kingdom
- Canada
- Germany
- France
- Japan
- South Korea
- Malaysia
- Singapore
- China
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Kazakhstan
- Brazil
- All EU/Schengen Area countries
Also includes travelers from other countries with valid US, UK, or Schengen visas that have been used previously.
Umrah Visa Validity (Min-Max) in 2025
- Standard Umrah Visa: Valid for 90 days from issuance. Stay up to 90 days.
- Tourist eVisa: 1 year multiple entry; each stay max 90 days.
- Stopover Visa: Valid for 96 hours.
⛔Umrah Visa Extensions are not allowed, and overstaying leads to penalties.
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