New Umrah policy announced for foreigners

Riyadh: Government of Saudi Arabia has announced a new Umrah policy for foreigners.

In a statement released by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah on social media, it has been said that Saudi citizens will be able to invite their friends to visit Saudi Arabia for a visit visa to enjoy Umrah.

The statement added that foreign nationals coming on a visit visa will be able to get the facility of entry visa once or more.

Foreigners coming on this visa will also be able to visit Masjid Nabawi in addition to the happiness of Umrah. Apart from this, they will also be allowed to visit historical places and cultural centers in different cities.

Saudi Ministry stated that foreigners coming on personal visit visas will also be allowed to visit all the cities and regions of Saudi Arabia.