Umrah Planning Checklist for 2026–27

UPDATED 20 OCTOBER 2026 · UMRAH PLANNING

Begin with your travellers and dates

Write down each traveller’s age, passport nationality and country of residence, then choose a preferred travel window. Add a second date range if you can be flexible. This gives you a clearer starting point for comparing flights, hotels and visa routes. Avoid sending passport numbers or payment information through a general enquiry form.

Check the current visa route for each passport

Saudi entry options depend on the traveller’s circumstances and the current rules. The official tourist eVisa site lists eligible nationalities and says its tourist visa can be used for Umrah, excluding Hajj. Check the live eligibility and terms for every traveller instead of assuming one rule applies to the whole group.

Compare the complete itinerary

Ask for the exact dates, flight segments, checked and cabin baggage, hotel names, room occupancy, nights in each city, transfers and every inclusion or exclusion. A low headline price is hard to compare until these details are written down side by side.

Recheck official information before paying

Use current official Saudi sources for visa and pilgrimage instructions. The Ministry and Nusuk platforms publish services and updates; airline, hotel and supplier documents confirm the arrangements for your booking. Rules, schedules and availability can change.