As per the recent news, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced the start of the Umrah season for Saudi residents and citizens, GCC nationals, and foreign residents in the GCC countries. They can obtain permits for Umrah through the Nusuk and Tawakkalna applications.
The announcement comes after the successful completion of the Hajj season, which saw over 2 million pilgrims perform the obligatory pilgrimage in Makkah. The Umrah performers can start arriving on the first day of Muharram, which is the first month of the Islamic calendar.
Ministry introduced an electronic visa for Umrah, which can acquired via the Nusuk platform. This platform also allows the Umrah performers to book their transportation, accommodation, and other services. The Ministry aims to facilitate the arrival of Umrah performers and enable them to carry out their religious rituals with ease and reverence.
Umrah, voluntary pilgrimage undertaken by Muslims to Makkah. It involves a series of rituals performed in and around the Grand Mosque, such as circling the Kaaba, running between the hills of Safa and Marwah, and cutting or shaving hair. Umrah can performed at any time of the year, unlike Hajj, which has specific dates. It is a deeply spiritual journey for Muslims, symbolizing devotion, humility, and seeking blessings from Allah.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has opened the Umrah season for specific countries. They can obtain permits for Umrah through the Nusuk and Tawakkalna applications. The Umrah performers can start arriving on the first day of Muharram. Umrah is a voluntary pilgrimage that involves a series of rituals in Makkah. It is a deeply spiritual journey for Muslims.