Umrah Visa Fee from Pakistan 2026

Quick answer: Pakistanis need an Umrah visa to perform Umrah in Saudi Arabia. Since June 10, 2025, Saudi Arabia does not issue Umrah visas without a confirmed hotel booking documented through the Nusuk Masar platform — visa-only applications are not accepted. The visa fee is around SAR 850 (roughly PKR 60,000–65,000 at current rates, including transport and insurance), processing typically takes 5–10 working days, and you must apply through a licensed operator. Confirm the exact price with your operator before paying.

What Is an Umrah Visa?

Umrah is the lesser pilgrimage in Islam. Unlike Hajj, which happens only in specific months, you can perform Umrah any time of year.

An Umrah visa is a special entry permit issued by Saudi Arabia for visiting Mecca and Madinah for religious rites. The application runs through Saudi Arabia’s digital systems — the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), and the Nusuk platform for pilgrim services.

One clarification competitors often blur: there is no separate “15-day Umrah visa” category. Saudi Arabia issues a standard Umrah e-visa (valid 3 months from issuance, up to 90 days’ stay with free movement inside the Kingdom). When agents advertise a “15-day Umrah visa,” they mean the standard visa used for a 15-day trip — the number describes your travel plan, not a different visa type. Every trip needs a fresh visa application.

What’s New in 2026: The Nusuk Masar Rule

This is the biggest change, and it catches people out. Since June 10, 2025 (14 Dhu al-Hijjah 1446), Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah requires every international pilgrim’s hotel booking to be confirmed and documented through the Nusuk Masar digital platform before a visa is issued.

What this means for you:

• Your hotel must be one licensed by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism.
• The housing contract must be submitted and approved on Nusuk Masar before the visa application.
• Transport booking is also mandatory — airport transfers and inter-city travel must be part of the arrangement.
• Visa-only applications are not accepted. If an agent offers you a visa with no hotel or transport booking, walk away — it will not be issued.
• Third-party bookings don’t count. A reservation on Booking.com, Agoda, or similar sites is NOT accepted for the visa — only Nusuk-registered accommodation with a valid Booking Reference Number (BRN) works.

The stated reason is to stop housing fraud, prevent overbooking, and make sure pilgrims stay in approved accommodation. Whatever the reason, the rule is enforced: no confirmed Nusuk Masar booking, no visa.

Umrah Visa Fee from Pakistan in 2026

There is no single fixed price printed on a government page. The fee is paid in Saudi Riyals and moves with the exchange rate, and Pakistani operators bundle it differently. Here is what operators published for 2026:

Prices verified: October 2026, from Pakistani operators’ published figures. The SAR–PKR rate moves daily — confirm the exact amount with your operator or the embassy before paying. Ramadan and peak-season packages cost more because flights and hotels rise, not because the visa fee changes.

What Does the Full Trip Cost? (Beyond the Visa)

The visa is only one part. Pakistani operators’ published 2026 figures for a standard 15-day trip, per person on quad-sharing:

Operator-published 2026 estimates, not our figures — confirm with your agent. A complete 15-day package (visa + flights + hotels + transport) is commonly advertised from ~PKR 146,000 per person quad-sharing; triple ~PKR 175,000, double ~PKR 220,000.

Requirements for Umrah Visa from Pakistan

You need a valid Pakistani passport and the following:

• Passport — valid at least 6 months from your entry date, with at least 2 blank pages, in good condition (torn or water-damaged passports get rejected). Renew early: NADRA renewal takes 7–30 days.
• Photos — two recent passport-size photos, white background only, taken within the last 3 months (standard 35mm × 45mm; a digital JPEG copy is needed for online submission).
• CNIC copy — both sides, clear and legible. Under-18s without a CNIC can use a B-Form.
• Vaccination proof — meningitis (ACWY) is mandatory for all pilgrims and must be given at least 10 days before departure (certificate valid 3–5 years; costs ~PKR 3,500–6,000 at private clinics, free at some government/EPI centres). Polio (OPV) is required specifically for Pakistani passport holders — sources differ on timing (some say within 4 weeks of travel, others within 12 months), so get it close to your travel date; it’s free at government centres and airports and takes 2 minutes. COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted — no certificate, PCR, or quarantine required.
• Nusuk Masar hotel booking — confirmed contract on the platform with a BRN (see above; Booking.com/Agoda bookings don’t count).
• Transport booking — airport transfers and inter-city travel arranged.
• Return flight ticket — confirmed booking.

Documents for Special Cases

• Married women: nikah nama (marriage certificate) may be asked for.
• Women travelling without mahram: proof of travel with a licensed group (your operator handles this).
• Divorced/widowed women: divorce certificate / husband’s death certificate may be asked for.
• Children under 18: birth certificate + parent/guardian CNIC; must travel with a parent or legal guardian.
• Name match warning: your name on the vaccination certificate, CNIC, and application must match your passport exactly — including spelling. Mismatches are a top cause of delays.

Do Women Need a Mahram for Umrah?

No. Saudi Arabia abolished the mahram (male guardian) requirement for Umrah in 2022 — women of all ages may now perform Umrah independently or in groups. (One competitor page still claims under-45s need a mahram; that reflects the pre-2022 rule and is outdated.) Some operators still arrange group travel for women for comfort and logistics — that is their service choice, not a visa requirement.

How to Apply: Step by Step

1. Choose a licensed operator. This is the most important step. Verify the operator is attested by Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs (MORA) — check the current attested-operators list on mora.gov.pk. A name that appeared on a previous season’s list is not proof it is approved now.
2. Get your Nusuk Masar hotel booking. Your operator documents the hotel contract on the Nusuk Masar platform and gets it approved. You should receive a Booking Reference Number (BRN) covering every night of your stay.
3. Arrange transport. Airport transfers and Mecca–Madinah travel must be booked.
4. Submit documents. Passport, photos, CNIC, vaccination proof, and the BRN go to your operator, who files the visa application.
5. Wait for approval. Processing typically takes 5–10 working days once everything is submitted (some operators report 3–5 days for clean files; off-peak e-visa approvals can come in 24–72 hours). Apply at least a month before travel — longer for Ramadan.
6. Receive your eVisa. Approvals arrive by email as a PDF. Print it and carry a physical copy — Saudi immigration asks for the printed eVisa at arrival.
7. Register on the Nusuk app. Once in Saudi Arabia, use the Nusuk app for your Umrah permit and Rawdah visit slot. Book your Rawdah slot the moment you arrive — slots fill within hours.

Contact DUA Services in Islamabad if you want help with the full process — document checking, Nusuk bookings, and visa filing handled in one place. You can also read more about us.

Apps You’ll Need in Saudi Arabia

• Nusuk (nusuk.sa) — the official pilgrim platform: Umrah permits, Rawdah permits, links your hotel booking to your visa. Keep your login private — never share your password or one-time codes, even with your agent’s staff.
• Tawakkalna — required for entry to many public venues in Saudi Arabia, including mosques, restaurants, and hotels.
• Muqeem — registration is optional but useful for vaccination-status updates.

How Long Is the Visa Valid?

Most Umrah visas issued to Pakistanis are tied to the booked stay — commonly a 20–30 day window, though the underlying e-visa carries a 3-month validity from issuance with up to 90 days’ stay and free movement within the Kingdom. Some visa types allow longer stays up to 90 days. In July 2026, Saudi Arabia also introduced a one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa (reported by Pakistani operators), valid 365 days with up to 90 days of cumulative stay — note it goes dormant during the Hajj window each year. Ask your operator which visa type your package uses, and never overstay: Umrah visas are suspended for roughly 10–15 days before Hajj each year and resume after.

Common Visa Rejection Reasons (and How to Avoid Them)

The single most common cause of delays is incomplete documents. Beyond that, operators report these patterns — all avoidable:

1. No Nusuk-registered hotel booking — the #1 reason independent applications fail. Third-party bookings don’t count.
2. Passport validity under 6 months — check expiry before booking; NADRA renewal takes 7–30 days.
3. Name mismatch across documents — vaccination certificate, CNIC, and application must match the passport exactly.
4. Wrong photo background — plain white only; cream or off-white gets rejected.
5. Expired or missing polio certificate — Pakistani pilgrims need it separately from the meningitis certificate.
6. Meningitis vaccine given too recently — it must be at least 10 days before departure, not the day you apply.

Best Time to Go (and When to Book)

Makkah and Madinah are most comfortable October to March — walking, Tawaf, and Sa’i are far easier, especially for elderly pilgrims and children. Ramadan is the spiritual peak but also the busiest and priciest; book at least 2–3 months ahead (some operators advise 60+ days). The quietest, cheapest window is usually after Hajj season (around June–July) and outside school holidays.

Watch Out for “Free Umrah” Scams

There is no government free-Umrah scheme open to the general public. Saudi Arabia’s official guests program is invitation-only. If someone promises you a free Umrah through a lucky draw or WhatsApp forward, verify it independently before sharing documents or money. The MORA attested-operators list is your first check; a demand for upfront cash to a personal account is your warning sign.

FAQs

How much is the Umrah visa fee from Pakistan in 2026?

Pakistani operators publish PKR 48,000–65,000 all-in, covering the ~SAR 850 Saudi government fee (with transport), mandatory medical insurance, and processing. Confirm the exact figure with your operator — it moves with the SAR–PKR rate.

Can I get an Umrah visa without a hotel booking?

No. Since June 10, 2025, Saudi Arabia requires a confirmed hotel booking documented on the Nusuk Masar platform before any Umrah visa is issued. Visa-only applications are not accepted — and bookings on sites like Booking.com or Agoda don’t count.

How long does Umrah visa processing take?

Typically 5–10 working days after all documents and the Nusuk booking are submitted (clean files sometimes clear in 3–5 days; off-peak approvals can come in 24–72 hours). Apply at least a month ahead; Ramadan needs more lead time.

Can women perform Umrah without a mahram?

Yes. Saudi Arabia abolished the mahram requirement for Umrah in 2022. Women of all ages can travel independently or in groups.

What is the Nusuk app used for?

Nusuk (nusuk.sa) is Saudi Arabia’s official pilgrim platform. Your operator uses Nusuk Masar (the backend) for hotel and transport bookings linked to your visa; you use the Nusuk app for your Umrah permit and Rawdah visit slot. You’ll also need Tawakkalna for venue entry in Saudi Arabia.

When are Umrah visas suspended for Hajj?

Roughly 10–15 days before Hajj each year, Umrah visa issuance pauses and resumes after Hajj. If you are planning travel around May–June, check the current season’s announced dates.

Can I perform Umrah on a Saudi tourist eVisa?

Some nationalities can, outside Hajj season — but Pakistani passport holders should confirm their eligibility before relying on it, as eVisa access depends on nationality and current Saudi rules. When in doubt, use the proper Umrah visa through a licensed operator. For the tourist-visa route itself, see our Saudi visit visa guide.

Is there a “15-day Umrah visa” as a separate category?

No. It’s the standard Umrah e-visa used for a 15-day trip — the number describes your travel plan, not a visa type. Each trip needs a fresh application.

Do children need a guardian for Umrah?

Yes. Travellers under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian (birth certificate + guardian’s CNIC required).

What is the total cost of an Umrah trip from Pakistan?

Operators’ 2026 estimates for a 15-day trip, per person quad-sharing: roughly PKR 275,000–320,000 economy, PKR 410,000–550,000 standard, PKR 750,000+ luxury — covering visa, flights, hotels, food, and extras. These are operator-published figures, not fixed prices.

Sources / Where to Verify

• Nusuk official platform
• Saudi eVisa portal
• Pakistan Ministry of Religious Affairs (attested operators list)
• Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announcement on Nusuk Masar hotel-booking requirement (June 2025), reported via Saudi Press Agency and AFP

Fee figures are Pakistani operators’ published 2026 prices, not a Saudi government price list. Rules change — verify against the sources above before paying.