By Admin · 21 July 2026
Saudi Arabia’s new Umrah visa allows multiple entries within 365 days. Origin Tours and Travels, Hyderabad, explains eligibility, stay limits, and the Nusuk app process for Telangana pilgrims.
For years, pilgrims from Hyderabad and across Telangana had to apply for a fresh Umrah visa every single time they wished to perform Umrah—even if it had only been a few months since their last trip.
That has now changed.
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has moved from a single-entry system to a multi-entry Umrah visa, making it one of the most pilgrim-friendly reforms in recent years.
At Origin Tours and Travels, Hyderabad's trusted name for Umrah and Hajj services, we're already helping families across Telangana understand exactly how this new system works—and how to make the most of it.
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1. Valid for a Full 365 Days
The visa remains valid for a full year from its date of issuance.
This means a pilgrim from Hyderabad can plan more than one Umrah trip—for example, one during Ramadan and another later in the year—without applying for a new visa each time.
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2. 90 Days Maximum Stay Across All Visits
While the visa itself lasts a year, the total cumulative stay in Saudi Arabia cannot exceed 90 days across all entries combined.
This is a shared allowance, not a per-trip limit, so pilgrims planning multiple short visits need to budget their days carefully.
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3. Multiple Entries, One Visa
Pilgrims can now perform Umrah more than once on a single visa.
This is ideal for:
- Hyderabad-based families travelling with elderly parents on shorter trips.
- Business travellers based in the Gulf who wish to combine work with worship throughout the year.
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4. A Permit Is Required Before Every Entry
Even with a valid multi-entry visa, every individual trip still requires:
- Selecting an approved service package through a registered agent.
- Obtaining an Umrah permit via the Nusuk app before travel.
This is a step Hyderabad pilgrims should not overlook.
The visa alone does not guarantee entry—the Nusuk permit confirms your slot for that specific visit.
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5. Remaining Stay Updates Automatically
After each departure from Saudi Arabia, the system automatically recalculates the pilgrim's remaining allowance out of the 90-day total.
There is no manual paperwork required between trips. Your remaining balance simply updates automatically in the background.
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6. Not Valid During Hajj Season
The multi-entry Umrah visa cannot be used during the Hajj season (1 Dhu al-Qi'dah to 13 Dhu al-Hijja).
Pilgrims from Telangana planning to travel close to Hajj dates should check the Islamic calendar carefully and plan their journey accordingly.
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Why This Matters for Pilgrims in Hyderabad and Telangana
Hyderabad has one of the largest Umrah-travelling populations in South India, with steady demand from the Old City, Malakpet, Toli Chowki, and surrounding Telangana districts.
A multi-entry visa offers several advantages:
- Fewer repeated visa applications for frequent pilgrims and families who travel twice a year.
- Better trip planning flexibility—combine Umrah with visits to Madinah or plan both a Ramadan Umrah and a later off-peak visit.
- Lower overall visa processing costs over a 12-month period for travellers planning multiple Umrah journeys.
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How Origin Tours and Travels Can Help
As a Hyderabad-based Umrah and Hajj travel agency, Origin Tours and Travels assists pilgrims across Telangana with:
- Umrah permit processing through the Nusuk platform.
- Choosing an approved service package that matches your travel dates.
- Complete visa documentation and guidance on the 90-day stay calculation.
- Air ticketing, hotel bookings near Haram, and ground transport in Makkah and Madinah.
- Certificate attestation and allied travel document services.
Since there is no Saudi Consulate in Hyderabad that processes Umrah visas directly, all applications go through the Nusuk platform via Saudi-appointed agents like Origin Tours and Travels.
Working with a registered, experienced local agency helps ensure a smooth and hassle-free Umrah journey.
Yes, the multi-entry Umrah visa is valid for 365 days from the date it is issued.
No. The 90 days is a combined total across all entries during the visa’s validity, not a fresh allowance per trip.
Yes. A valid Umrah permit through the Nusuk app is required before every single entry, regardless of your visa type.
No, the visa is not valid for entry between 1 Dhu al-Qi’dah and 13 Dhu al-Hijja each year.
You can apply through Origin Tours and Travels, an approved Umrah service provider based in Hyderabad, which handles the Nusuk permit process, package selection, and full travel arrangements.
