Saudi Arabia’s 1448 AH Umrah season is open. The official calendar fixes the visa, arrival and departure deadlines through April 2027, while the date on each traveller’s visa still controls their personal trip.
Key dates for the 1448 AH Umrah season
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah published the following calendar through the Saudi Press Agency. The Gregorian and Hijri dates below are the official pairs in that announcement.
| Gregorian date | Hijri date | Milestone |
|---|---|---|
| 31 May 2026 | 14 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 AH | Umrah visa issuance and pilgrim entry to Saudi Arabia began |
| 1 June 2026 | 15 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 AH | Entry to Makkah and Umrah permits through the Nusuk app began |
| 9 March 2027 | 1 Shawwal 1448 AH | Last date to issue an Umrah visa |
| 23 March 2027 | 15 Shawwal 1448 AH | Last date for Umrah visa holders to enter Saudi Arabia |
| 7 April 2027 | 30 Shawwal 1448 AH | Last date for Umrah visa holders to leave Saudi Arabia |
The 31 May date covers visa issuance and entry to the Kingdom. Entry to Makkah and permit issuance began one day later, on 1 June.
How the season deadlines affect your visa
The calendar gives the final operating dates for the season. Your own visa can expire earlier, so use the shorter of the season deadline and the validity printed on your visa.
For a standard dedicated Umrah visa, enter within 30 days of issuance, then stay for no longer than the allowed period, which can be up to 90 days. You must also leave by 7 April 2027.
A tourist eVisa follows its own validity conditions. It can be used for Umrah outside the Hajj season, but it does not replace the Umrah permit required through Nusuk.
Booking for the 1448 AH season
Booking online: Wego is an official partner of the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, with ministry-approved hotels and the eVisa in partnership with Nusuk.
Wego’s Umrah packages are generally sold around three months ahead. If a later date does not return a package yet, it may be outside the current booking window rather than unavailable for the season.
For dedicated Umrah visas, visa issuance depends on a documented hotel contract with a licensed hospitality provider through Nusuk Masar. Transport is included on some package tiers only, so check the selected tier carefully.
When to plan your trip
Check your passport, visa validity and the season calendar before paying for flights. Leave enough time between arrival and the final departure deadline, especially if you plan to travel late in the season.
Ramadan 1448 AH falls close to the final visa-issuance date in the official calendar. Wego packages for those dates may not appear until they enter the normal booking window.
Frequently asked questions
When does the 1448 AH Umrah season end?
The last date to issue an Umrah visa is 9 March 2027. Umrah visa holders must enter by 23 March and leave by 7 April 2027.
Does the season calendar determine how long I can stay?
No. It sets the season’s final dates. Your visa’s entry window and allowed stay still apply, and you must leave by the earlier applicable deadline.
Sources
- Saudi Press Agency: 1448 AH Umrah season calendar
- Saudi Press Agency: Nusuk contracting services for 1448 AH
- Saudi Press Agency: documented hotel contracts
- Saudi tourist eVisa terms and conditions
- Nusuk Umrah official platform
Disclaimer: Wego strives to keep this article accurate and current. Visa rules, dates and travel conditions can change quickly. Verify critical details with the official Saudi portals before making travel decisions.
