What You Actually Pay for an Umrah Visa in 2026
The short answer: the dedicated Umrah visa fee is SAR 300, plus mandatory medical insurance of roughly SAR 100 to 180, taking the official total to around SAR 400 to 480. The Saudi tourist eVisa, which also allows Umrah outside the Hajj season, costs SAR 535 online (insurance included).
Anything you pay beyond these official figures goes to your agent, Nusuk package provider, or travel platform.
A major 2026 rule shift now requires every Umrah visa application to be tied to a confirmed Nusuk-verified hotel and transport booking, which pushes the real out-of-pocket cost higher than the visa line alone.
Official Umrah Visa Fees for 2026
There is no single “Umrah visa price” because more than one visa route lets you perform Umrah. Here is how the official fees break down.
Dedicated Umrah Visa (Via Nusuk or Approved Agent)
This is the traditional Umrah visa, issued through the Nusuk Umrah platform or a Ministry-approved travel agent.
- Government visa fee: SAR 300
- Mandatory medical insurance: SAR 100 to 180, depending on age and coverage
- Official total: SAR 400 to 480
Insurance coverage is provided by Tawuniya in partnership with the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah and is automatically linked to the visa. You cannot opt out of it.
Tourist eVisa (Usable for Umrah Outside Hajj Season)
The Saudi tourist eVisa is open to travellers from more than 60 eligible countries and to holders of valid US, UK, or Schengen visas.
- Online eVisa: SAR 535 (includes visa fee and medical insurance)
- Visa on arrival: SAR 480 (SAR 300 visa + SAR 180 insurance)
- Validity: 1 year, multiple entries, up to 90 days per visit
- Use: Tourism, family visits, and Umrah (not Hajj)
Transit or Stopover Visa (Up to 96 Hours)
Available free of charge if you’re flying a qualifying route or airline into Saudi Arabia.
- Visa fee: Free
- Electronic service fee: Approximately SAR 39.50
- Medical insurance: From SAR 13
- Validity: 96 hours maximum
Personal Visit and Family Visit Visas
Confirmed at checkout on the Saudi MOFA portal.
- USD 10.50 visa digital services fee (non-refundable)
- USD 10.50 insurance digital services fee (non-refundable)
Holders of all valid Saudi visa types may perform Umrah while in the Kingdom, subject to seasonal rules.
The 2026 Rule That Changes the Real Cost
The biggest 2026 change isn’t a fee hike — it’s a structural rule. Standalone Umrah visa applications are no longer accepted for international pilgrims. Every visa must now be tied to a verified Nusuk booking for hotel and transport.
This rule was introduced during the 2025 season and carries over into 2026. It’s the main reason a simple “visa only” quote from an agent no longer reflects the real cost.
What This Means for Your Budget
The official visa line stays at SAR 400 to 480, but the bundled Nusuk package becomes mandatory overhead.
- Economy Nusuk package: From around SAR 800 per person
- Premium Nusuk package: Up to SAR 6,500 per person
These packages cover hotel, transport, and compliance documentation but not your flight to and from the Kingdom. Flights through Jeddah (JED) and Madinah (MED) are booked separately.
Book it online: Wego bundles the Nusuk-verified hotel and transport with the flight and files the visa application in one flow, so the package overhead is priced up front. Our step-by-step guide to booking Umrah from your phone walks through it.
Which Visa Route Makes Sense for You
The right choice depends on your nationality, your travel plan, and how much flexibility you want.
Go With the Tourist eVisa If
You hold a passport from one of the 60+ eligible countries, or you have a valid US, UK, or Schengen visa. It is the simplest independent route and lets you combine Umrah with tourism in Riyadh, AlUla, or the Red Sea. Apply at visa.visitsaudi.com and expect issuance within 24 to 72 hours.
Go With the Dedicated Umrah Visa If
Your nationality is not on the eVisa list — common for travellers from Pakistan, Bangladesh, Egypt, and several African countries. You’ll apply through a Saudi Ministry-approved agent or the Nusuk platform, and the mandatory package booking is part of the process.
Go With a Stopover Visa If
You’re transiting through Jeddah or Riyadh on a qualifying carrier and can realistically complete Umrah within 96 hours. Tight but doable with a direct transfer.
Use Any Existing Saudi Visa If
Per the Saudi Press Agency, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah allows holders of any valid Saudi visa — work, personal visit, family visit — to perform Umrah, subject to seasonal restrictions. No separate Umrah visa needed.
Umrah Season 2026 Dates to Plan Around
The 1448 AH Umrah season is open. Saudi Arabia resumed Umrah visa issuance on 31 May 2026, and pilgrims have been able to enter Makkah since 1 June 2026.
- Last Umrah visa issued: 9 March 2027
- Last date to enter Saudi Arabia: 23 March 2027
- All pilgrims must depart: 7 April 2027
- Entry window: One month from the date of visa issuance
- Maximum stay: Up to 90 days inside Saudi Arabia
The Nusuk-linked booking rule applies throughout the season, so every visa must be tied to a confirmed hotel and transport booking through a Nusuk-approved provider. Booking early is worth it if you want first pick of economy packages before prices climb closer to Ramadan 2027.
How to Verify Your Exact Price and Avoid Overpaying
Fees vary slightly by nationality, age, and service tier. Here is how to pin down your actual cost in minutes.
Check Official Government Portals First
- Tourist eVisa fee: Get a live quote at visa.visitsaudi.com
- Umrah visa and permits: Use the Nusuk Umrah platform or the Nusuk mobile app
- Visa regulations: Refer to the Visit Saudi visa page
- Visit and family visas: Check the Saudi MOFA visa portal
Watch Out for These Common Overcharges
- Duplicate insurance: Medical insurance is already included in the eVisa and Umrah visa. Decline any agent offer to “add” insurance on top.
- Inflated service fees: A legitimate agent fee is typically SAR 100 to 300. Anything higher usually means a package is bundled in.
- Fake Nusuk websites: Only nusuk.sa and umrah.nusuk.sa are official. Google searches sometimes surface lookalike domains.
- Pricing in non-SAR currency: Compare the SAR figure against the official rate. Mark-ups often hide in currency conversion.
Book Flights and Hotels Separately to Save
Many pilgrims pay more by letting an agent bundle flights and stays inside a Nusuk package. Booking your flights to Jeddah and your hotels in Makkah independently through Wego often works out cheaper — as long as the hotel is Nusuk-approved so it qualifies for your visa application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Umrah visa really free?
No. The idea of a “free Umrah visa” comes from older reporting. In 2026, the government visa fee is SAR 300 and mandatory insurance adds another SAR 100 to 180, making the total SAR 400 to 480 before any agent or package charges.
Can I perform Umrah on a tourist eVisa?
Yes, outside the Hajj period. The Saudi tourist eVisa permits Umrah but not Hajj. You still need to book your Umrah permit through the Nusuk app once inside the Kingdom.
Sources
- Saudi eVisa Official Portal — Visit Saudi
- Visit Saudi — Visa Regulations
- Nusuk Umrah Official Platform
- Nusuk Umrah Services
- Saudi Press Agency — Ministry of Hajj and Umrah
- Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Visa Services
Disclaimer: Wego strives to ensure all information presented in this article is accurate and up to date at the time of publication. Travel policies, prices, visa requirements, and conditions can change rapidly. We strongly recommend verifying critical details with official sources before making travel decisions. Wego does not accept liability for any inaccuracies, oversights, or changes that may occur after publication.
