Umrah Visa from the UK: Let Hajj Umrah Hub Handle the Paperwork
Hajj Umrah Hub makes the visa process simple for UK travellers, whether you're eligible for Saudi Arabia's electronic entry routes (the ETA or tourist eVisa for British passport holders) or need a traditional Umrah visa arranged through a Ministry-approved agent, which is the usual path for UK residents travelling on non-British passports. We are Ministry of Hajj and Umrah approved and ATOL protected (Company Number 13555073, ATOL 12192 ). Our Ministry-approved agents handle your Nusuk permit, the separate approval every pilgrim needs to actually step into the Haram and perform Umrah, so nothing gets missed. Umrah visa costs start from around £35 for the ETA and go up to roughly £150 for a fully agent-led visa, with approvals coming through, and processing takes anywhere from 24 hours to a few working days depending on the route. You give us your travel dates and passport details, and we take care of the visa, the hotel, and the transport as one package.
Latest Umrah Visa Changes and Requirements
Saudi Arabia adjusted its entry system for British travellers in 2026. Two changes in particular affect how UK pilgrims now approach Umrah:
Saudi ETA for British Passport Holders
The Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) was introduced for eligible British passport holders, allowing multiple entries and a combined stay of up to 180 days across a 730-day validity period. It can be used for tourism, business, study, medical treatment and Umrah outside the Hajj season.
It was designed with tourism, business, and short study visits in mind, but current UK government guidance also confirms that it can be used for Umrah outside the Hajj season. If you're planning to rely on it for pilgrimage, check the latest requirements before travelling, particularly around the Hajj season.
One-Year, Multiple-Entry Umrah Visa
On 20 July 2026, Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah officially launched a one-year, multiple-entry Umrah visa. It is valid for 365 days from the date of issue, allowing pilgrims to enter Saudi Arabia multiple times with a combined stay of up to 90 days during the visa's validity period.
If you're only going once, the standard routes below are usually simpler and may be cheaper depending on your circumstances.
Note: Visa rules can change, and information published earlier in 2026 may no longer reflect the latest requirements. That's why it is worth checking your visa options before booking your flights and hotels.
At Hajj Umrah Hub, we can help you understand the available Umrah visa routes, package options and travel requirements before you book. Whether you're planning one Umrah trip or expect to travel to Saudi Arabia more than once, speak to our team for guidance based on the latest available information.
Which Umrah Visa Route Is Right for You?
The right Umrah visa depends mainly on your passport. British passport holders can usually apply directly through the Saudi ETA or tourist eVisa. If you're a UK resident travelling on a passport from elsewhere, you'll usually go through the traditional agent-led Umrah visa, or an electronic visa where your nationality is eligible. Whichever route applies, the Nusuk permit is still required on top of it.
Saudi Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)
- For British passport holders
- Valid for 2 years (730 days) from issue, with multiple entries
- Stays capped at 90 days per visit, up to 180 days total per year
- Costs around £35
- Fast, fully online processing
Saudi Tourist eVisa
- For British and other eligible nationalities
- Valid for a full year with multiple entries; each individual stay capped at 90 days
- Government fee around SAR 440, roughly £90 to £95, including mandatory medical insurance
- Some agencies charge closer to £130, reflecting a processing markup rather than the base cost
- Processing takes 24 to 72 hours
Traditional Umrah visa (agent)
- For non-British passport holders, or anyone wanting full support
- Entry window is strictly 30 days from issue and cancels automatically if unused
- Once you've entered the country, you can stay up to 90 days to complete your pilgrimage
- Costs around £145
- Processing takes a few working days, longer near Ramadan
One-year multiple-entry Umrah visa
- For pilgrims travelling more than once a year
- Valid for 365 days with a cumulative 90-day stay limit across all trips
- Each entry requires logging into Nusuk and purchasing a fresh ground service package (hotel and transport) from an approved provider to reactivate the permit
- Not usable during the Hajj season
- Costs around £149, processed through Nusuk
Visa on arrival
- For holders of a valid UK, US, or Schengen visa or residency
- Single, short stay
- Fee standardised at SAR 440, approximately £90
- Must be paid by credit or debit card at airport self-service kiosks; cash is not accepted
Not sure which one applies to you? Tell us your passport type and roughly how often you travel, and we'll point you towards the right route, even if that turns out to be applying yourself.
How Much Does an Umrah Visa Cost?
Pricing varies by route rather than being one flat Umrah visa fee:
- Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA): Around £35, government fee only
- Tourist eVisa: government fee around SAR 440, roughly £90 to £95, including compulsory medical insurance. Some agencies charge closer to £130, which reflects added service markup rather than the base cost
- Traditional agent visa: Around £145. The core government charge has largely been dropped, so this is mostly service, insurance, and administration, which is why prices vary so much between agencies
- One-year Umrah visa: Around £149
- Visa on arrival: Standardised at SAR 440, roughly £90, payable by card only at airport self-service kiosks
Hajj Umrah Hub’s own visa handling fee is included in your overall Umrah package cost, covering document checks, insurance, and your Nusuk registration. If you're comparing quotes elsewhere, ask for the full breakdown in writing. A price that looks unusually low is often missing something, most commonly insurance, transfers, or an honest answer about which hotel you'll actually be staying in.
How Hajj Umrah Hub Processed Your Umrah Visa Application
Applying doesn't need to be stressful, and with Hajj Umrah Hub handling it alongside you, most of the hard part is already taken care of.
- Work out your route
Start with your passport type, then consider how many trips you're likely to make this year. Not sure? Just ask us; we'll point you to the right option in minutes.
- Secure your accommodation
A confirmed hotel booking logged through Nusuk is required before a visa is approved. When you book a package with Hajj Umrah Hub, we sort this directly, so you're never left waiting on a confirmation.
- Complete your application
You'll need passport details, a recent photo, and travel dates. Names must match your passport exactly, including any middle names, and our team double-checks this before anything goes in.
- Pay through a traceable method
Card or bank transfer into a company account only. Never send cash to a personal account, no matter who asks. Every payment to Hajj Umrah Hub is tracked and confirmed in writing.
- Keep your approval safe
It typically arrives as a PDF. Print two copies and carry one in your hand luggage. We'll send you a reminder before you fly so nothing gets left behind.
- Register your Nusuk permit
Do this from home, including a Rawdah slot in Madinah if you want one, and open the app once beforehand to make sure it's working. If you'd rather not deal with the app yourself, we can walk you through it step by step.
Book with Hajj Umrah Hub and we manage steps two through six for you, checking every detail before submission. Since a rejected application can't be appealed, only resubmitted from scratch, getting it right the first time is exactly where we earn our keep.
Umrah Visa Requirements and Documents
To apply for an Umrah visa, you need:
- Passport valid for at least six months from your arrival date, not your application date
- A recent passport-style photo on a plain background
- Confirmed hotel booking registered on Nusuk
- Return flight confirmation
- MenACWY meningitis vaccination certificate
- Nusuk registration for your Umrah permit
The passport rule trips people up because it's measured against your landing date, not the day you apply. If your passport has under eight months left, renew it before you start the process.
Visa vs Nusuk Permit: What's the Difference
Your visa gets you across the Saudi border. It does not get you into the Mataf around the Kaaba or the Rawdah in Madinah. That requires a separate Nusuk permit, tied to your visa number, which generates a QR code for a specific date and time slot. No code, no entry, and mosque staff won't make exceptions.
This is exactly the kind of detail that trips up first-time pilgrims, and exactly why booking with Hajj Umrah Hub makes such a difference. We set up your Nusuk permit alongside your visa, not as an afterthought, so you land already sorted rather than scrambling to figure out an unfamiliar app at an unfamiliar airport, running on no sleep. If you want a Rawdah slot in Madinah too, we arrange that in advance as well.
With Hajj Umrah Hub, this part of the journey is one less thing to think about, so you can arrive focused on what actually matters.
Why Umrah Visa Applications Get Refused
Most refusals trace back to one of these:
- A passport with less than six months left from the arrival date
- A name mismatch, such as a missing middle name that appears on the passport
- No confirmed hotel logged on Nusuk
- No vaccination certificate on file
- The wrong route applied for the length of stay intended
- Using an agency that isn't actually licensed to process Umrah visas
Book with Hajj Umrah Hub and you're not hoping your application goes through; you're working with a team that's already caught the mistakes that cause most refusals before they can cost you time or money.
There's no appeals process for a refused Umrah visa application, only a fresh one, paid for again from scratch. This is precisely why the checking has to happen before submission, not after. It's also where Hajj Umrah Hub does its most valuable work. Every application we handle is reviewed against this exact list before it ever reaches Nusuk, so the passport dates are checked, the names are matched exactly, and the hotel and vaccination paperwork are in place from the start.
Can You Visit Madinah and Other Saudi Cities on an Umrah Trip?
Yes, but it depends on which visa route you're travelling on. A dedicated Umrah visa (the traditional agent-led route or the one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa) covers Makkah, Madinah, and Jeddah, and isn't meant for general tourism beyond that. If you're travelling on the Saudi ETA or Tourist eVisa instead, you have far more freedom, since those routes allow travel across the wider Kingdom, not just the holy cities, alongside performing Umrah. Worth checking which route applies to your booking before assuming you can add extra stops.
Why Book Your Umrah Visa Through Hajj Umrah Hub
Hajj Umrah Hub has served 1000+pilgrims. We help UK pilgrims arrange their Umrah visa, flights, hotels and Nusuk requirements through one trusted service. Our UK-based team checks each application and explains the right visa route, costs and requirements before you apply.
- Ministry of Hajj and Umrah approved, with ATOL protection on your booking
- Visa, hotel, flights, and Nusuk permit arranged as one package, so nothing falls between separate providers
- Every application is checked before submission, since a refusal can't be appealed
- A UK-based team you can actually reach by email (info@hajjumrahhub.co.uk), phone (0203 970 0002), WhatsApp (7877190363), or in person at our office, Suite No.5, The Old Dispensary, 30 Romford Road, Stratford, London, England, E15 4BZ
Get in touch with your passport details and travel dates, and we'll tell you exactly which route fits, what it will cost, and what to have ready before you apply.
FAQs
Do UK citizens need a visa for Umrah?
Yes, to perform Umrah in Saudi Arabia, a UK citizen must have an appropriate Saudi entry permit. This could be the Saudi ETA, Saudi tourist eVisa, or an Umrah visa via an approved provider like Hajj Umrah Hub. The route also depends on Saudi law and whether you are travelling during the Hajj season.
What is the difference between an Umrah visa and a Saudi tourist eVisa?
Umrah visa is exclusively for pilgrims, whereas the Saudi tourist eVisa is a broader visa option that allows eligible nationalities to travel for both tourism and Umrah. You have two choices, depending on the nationality of your passport and your travel plans.
How long does an Umrah visa take to process from the UK?
In most cases, electronic routes can be done in 24-72 hours, whereas an agent-arranged Umrah visa may take a couple of working days. Please note that processing may take longer during busy times of the year, like Ramadan, so you should apply in advance of your intended travel date. We'd still suggest applying a couple of weeks before you travel rather than leaving it to the last minute.
Can non-British passport holders living in the UK apply for an Umrah visa?
Yes, but the visa options may vary based on your nationality and residence. For those residing in the UK who do not have British passports, you may be able to enter Saudi Arabia through electronic entry routes, and you can also apply for an Umrah visa through Hajj Umrah Hub. Our visa expert team will suggest the best visa option for you according to your nationality.
Can I visit other cities in Saudi Arabia after performing Umrah?
This depends on your visa. Umrah visa holders have more specific conditions, while Saudi tourist and electronic entry routes offer more freedom of travel around the Kingdom. Read all your visa conditions before adding any cities to your trip.
Can my Umrah visa application be refused?
Yes. A passport that does not provide sufficient validity, missing documents, vaccination requirements, or applying via an inappropriate visa route can lead to an application being refused. A refused application normally needs to be submitted again rather than appealed.
Who is the one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa suitable for?
This option can suit pilgrims planning to visit the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia more than once during the visa's validity period. If you only intend to go for one trip to Umrah from the UK, then the simpler option might be a standard eligible electronic route or single trip.
Can I perform Hajj on an Umrah visa?
No. No Umrah visa or other entry permission that will permit Umrah will permit you to perform Hajj. Hajj also has its own visa, registration, and permit requirements, which you must follow during the Hajj season.
Can I book my Umrah visa, flights and hotel together?
Yes. Making these arrangements together can be easier, as you can cross-check the travel dates, accommodation and route for the visa. Hajj Umrah Hub provides visa, hotel, flights, and required Nusuk as part of an Umrah package.
Can my Umrah visa be extended once I'm in Saudi Arabia?
No. Once issued, the visa can't be extended, so it's worth double-checking your travel dates before you apply.