Umrah Visa Services in Saudi Arabia — Issued by a Licensed Makkah-Based Operator
Al Ruwad is a licensed Saudi Umrah Visa provider based in Makkah, issuing MOFA-approved Umrah Visas for eligible nationalities worldwide. As part of Growmark International, we work directly with global Umrah travel agencies to issue visas, book Makkah & Madinah hotels, and arrange Nusuk-listed transportation — as one connected service, not three separate vendors.
What Is an Umrah Visa?
An Umrah Visa is an official Saudi entry permit that allows Muslims from outside Saudi Arabia to travel to Makkah and Madinah specifically to perform Umrah. It’s issued either as a traditional agent-processed Umrah Visa (MOFA) for nationalities not covered by the Saudi e-Visa, or bundled into the Saudi tourist eVisa for the 66+ eligible nationalities who can already perform Umrah on it. Since Umrah visa season resumed on 1 June 2026, applications are processed through the Nusuk platform in coordination with a licensed agent, with confirmed hotel and transport bookings now a standard requirement before approval.
Umrah Visa vs. Saudi Tourist eVisa — What’s the Difference?
Both routes allow Umrah — but eligibility, validity, and flexibility differ. Here’s the comparison our B2B partners ask about most.
| Factor | Umrah Visa (MOFA) | Saudi Tourist eVisa |
|---|---|---|
| Who it’s for | Nationalities not eligible for e-Visa | 66+ pre-approved nationalities |
| Issued through | Licensed agent + Nusuk | Self-service or agent |
| Typical validity | Up to 90 days | Up to 90 days / 1 year multi-entry |
| Hotel & transport pre-booking | Mandatory | Recommended |
| Can also visit other cities | Yes | Yes |
| Blocked during Hajj season | Yes | Yes |
Documents You’ll Need
- Passport valid 6+ months from travel date
- Recent passport-size photograph (white background)
- Confirmed hotel booking in Makkah and/or Madinah
- Pre-arranged transport booking (airport & intercity)
- Return or onward flight confirmation
- Vaccination certificate, if required for your nationality
How the Umrah Visa Process Works With Al Ruwad
Why Book Through a Licensed Operator, Not a Broker
Licensed & Verifiable
Al Ruwad operates under official Umrah License No. 1075 — verifiable, not a reseller with no standing.
Unauthorized Agents Risk Rejection
Saudi authorities only accept MOFA filings from authorized agents. Unofficial brokers cause delays, rejections, or fraud exposure.
One Provider, Not Three
Visa, hotel allotment, and Nusuk-listed transport come from a single accountable operator — not three vendors passing blame.
Complete Your Umrah Package
Your Umrah Visa is only step one. Al Ruwad also holds direct allotments in Makkah and Madinah hotels, and runs a fully Nusuk-listed private and bus transportation fleet — so your pilgrims move from visa to hotel to Haram without a handoff gap.
For Umrah Travel Agencies & Operators
We work exclusively B2B with Umrah travel agencies and operators worldwide — issuing visas at volume, holding hotel allotments you can resell, and running the transport your pilgrims actually use. If you’re an operator comparing Saudi ground partners, ask us for our license documentation, hotel contracts, and Nusuk fleet listing before signing anything.
Umrah Visa — Frequently Asked Questions
Any Muslim aged 18 or older can apply. Nationalities eligible for the Saudi e-Visa can perform Umrah on it directly; other nationalities require a traditional Umrah Visa filed through a licensed agent like Al Ruwad.
Most Umrah Visa applications are processed within 3 to 5 working days, though this can extend during peak season or high-demand periods.
Yes. Current Saudi regulations require a confirmed, verified hotel booking through Nusuk before an Umrah Visa can be issued — Al Ruwad handles this as part of the visa process.
Yes. We work B2B with Umrah travel agencies and operators globally, offering MOFA visa issuance, hotel allotments, and Nusuk-listed transport under one partnership agreement.
No. The Umrah Visa is used for Umrah pilgrimage year-round, except during the Hajj blackout period, while the Hajj Visa is exclusively for the fixed Hajj season dates.
Ready to Move Your Pilgrims Forward?
Get a licensed Umrah Visa quote, hotel allotment, and transport plan — all from one Saudi-based operator.
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