Umrah Visa Cost and Processing Time 2026: Complete Fee Breakdown

There is no single Umrah visa price, and that is exactly why the fee confuses so many pilgrims. More than one visa route lets you perform Umrah, each with its own cost and processing time, and a major 2026 rule change means the visa is no longer a standalone item. This guide breaks down the real numbers so you know what you are actually paying and how long it takes.

The two main routes

You can perform Umrah on either a dedicated Umrah eVisa or the Saudi tourist eVisa (which also permits Umrah outside the Hajj season). They differ in cost, validity and how you apply.

The dedicated Umrah eVisa fee itself is around SAR 300, but that figure is usually folded into a package that also covers hotel and transport, so it is rarely the number you pay in isolation. A quoted SAR 300 visa and a quoted SAR 480 visa can both be accurate; the difference is what else is bundled in.

The big 2026 change: no standalone Umrah visa

This is the single most important update. Standalone Umrah visa applications are no longer accepted for international pilgrims. Every application must now be tied to a confirmed, Nusuk-verified booking for accommodation and transport before the visa can be issued. In practice this means your real out-of-pocket cost is the visa plus the required hotel and transfer bookings, not the visa line alone.

The Nusuk permit is separate from the visa

Do not confuse the two. The visa grants entry to Saudi Arabia; a separate Umrah permit, registered through the Nusuk app, grants pilgrimage access and is used to book time slots (for example, to pray in the Rawdah in Madinah). Both are required, and the permit is not the same as paying for the visa.

Processing times

• **Tourist eVisa (online): **often 5 minutes to 24 hours.

• **Nusuk platform: **typically 2 to 4 business days.

• **Traditional Umrah visa via agent: **usually 3 to 7 days.

• **Peak seasons **(Ramadan and school holidays) can add 2 to 3 days, so apply earlier.

What you need to apply

• A passport valid for at least six months from your date of arrival.

• A recent passport-style photo with a plain white background.

• Proof of meningococcal ACWY vaccination, given at least 10 days before travel.

• Confirmed, Nusuk-verified accommodation and transport bookings.

• Payment for the visa fee and mandatory insurance.

Good to know

• Saudi Arabia has removed the old SAR 2,000 repeat-Umrah fee, so multiple Umrah trips no longer carry that surcharge.

• Overstaying triggers daily fines (reported around SAR 500 to 1,000 per day), so calculate your departure from the entry stamp and leave a buffer.

• Anything you pay above the official figures goes to your agent, package provider or platform, so compare what is bundled, not just the headline visa price.

This fee breakdown pairs with our broader Hajj and Umrah visa guide, which walks through the full application process step by step.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Umrah visa cost in 2026?

The dedicated Umrah eVisa is around SAR 300 plus mandatory insurance (SAR 100 to 180), totalling roughly SAR 400 to 480. The tourist eVisa, which also allows Umrah, costs SAR 535 online (insurance included) or SAR 480 on arrival.

How long does Umrah visa processing take?

The tourist eVisa is often issued within 5 minutes to 24 hours online. The Nusuk platform typically takes 2 to 4 business days, and a traditional agent Umrah visa 3 to 7 days. Peak seasons can add 2 to 3 days.

Can I still apply for a standalone Umrah visa in 2026?

No. Standalone Umrah visa applications are no longer accepted for international pilgrims. Every application must be tied to a confirmed, Nusuk-verified accommodation and transport booking before the visa is issued.

Is the Nusuk permit the same as the Umrah visa?

No. The visa grants entry to Saudi Arabia; a separate Umrah permit registered on the Nusuk app grants pilgrimage access and is used to book time slots. Both are required.

How long is the Umrah visa valid?

The dedicated Umrah visa is generally valid about 30 days from issue with single entry. The tourist eVisa is valid for one year with multiple entries and stays of up to 90 days per visit.