Hajj and Umrah Visa

Every year, millions of people travel to Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj or Umrah. Both pilgrimages require official permission from the Saudi government in the form of a Hajj or Umrah visa. Hajj must be performed once in a lifetime during the month of Dhul Hijjah, while Umrah can be performed at any time of the year.

In this guide, I’ll explain how U.S. citizens and residents can apply for an Umrah visa, what documents are required, and what the new Umrah rules are.

Obtaining a Hajj or Umrah visa can be a complex process, but you can easily get your Umrah visa by contacting Qiyam Travel and having peace of mind.

Hajj Visa From USA

The Hajj visa is issued only once a year. Applications are accepted only through licensed Hajj tour operators or government-authorized agents. You must have a Hajj Package that includes a return flight, accommodation, and transportation.

Eligibility Criteria

• To apply for a Hajj visa, a person must be a Muslim and at least 18 years old.
• Women over the age of 45 can perform Hajj without a male guardian (Mahram), but only if they are traveling in a group and have permission from their husband or father.
• Children under 18 can apply for a Saudi Hajj visa along with their parents or legal guardians.

Validity

• The Hajj visa is permitted to be used only for performing Hajj and is valid only during the Hajj period.
• All pilgrims are required to leave Saudi Arabia by the 10th of Muharram.

Required Documents

• The applicant must apply for the Hajj visa through a travel agent authorized by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah.
• The applicant must have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months from the date of submitting the application.
• The applicant must have two recent passport-size photographs with a white background.
• The applicant must have proof of mandatory vaccinations, especially against Meningococcal Meningitis (ACYW-135). Depending on nationality, age, or health condition, other vaccinations may also be required, such as yellow fever, polio, and influenza.
• The applicant must have a confirmed round-trip flight booking, which should be non-refundable.

Umrah Visa From USA

Umrah can be performed at any time of the year, and you can apply for an Umrah visa at any time. Before applying for an Umrah visa, you must book an Umrah Package, as it includes a return airline ticket, which is required to apply for the Umrah visa.

Eligibility Criteria

• To apply for a Saudi Umrah visa, you must be a Muslim and at least 18 years old.
• According to the new Saudi visa rules of 2022, women between 18 and 65 can perform Umrah without a male guardian (Mahram), but only if they are traveling in a group and have permission from their husband or father.
• Children under 18 can apply for an Umrah visa along with their parents or legal guardians.

Validity

• According to the new Saudi visa rules of 2025, the Umrah visa is valid for one month (30 days) from the date of issuance. However, the visa itself may be automatically cancelled if the pilgrim does not register to enter within 30 days of issuance. For a tourist visa, the validity is one year, allowing a maximum stay of 90 days, and can be used for Umrah (but not Hajj).

Required Documents

To apply for an Umrah visa, you must meet the Saudi Arabia visa requirements listed below.

• You need to fill out the Umrah e-visa application form and apply through a travel agent authorized by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. Qiyam Travel is an authorized travel agency, and you can obtain your Umrah visa through us.
• You must have a valid passport that is valid for at least six months from the date of entry.
• Applicants must have two recent passport-size pictures with a white background.
• The applicant must have proof of mandatory vaccinations, especially against Meningococcal Meningitis (ACYW-135). Depending on nationality, age, or health condition, other vaccinations may also be required, such as yellow fever, polio, and influenza.
• U.S. citizens must have a confirmed return airline ticket that is non-refundable.

Cost of Umrah Visa From USA

The cost of an Umrah visa from the USA ranges approximately between $150 and $300, plus processing fees.

How to Apply for an Umrah Visa from the USA

U.S. citizens can easily apply for an Umrah visa through Qiyam Travel. Just follow the steps given below to apply easily.

• Step 1: Share your personal details such as your name, phone number, and email by using our visa form available at the top of the page.
• Step 2: Once you submit the form, our travel agent will contact you to share information related to the Umrah visa and inform you about the current price.
• Step 3: After you make the payment, our agents will handle all the paperwork and provide you with your return airline ticket and Umrah e-visa.