Al Haram Mosque is one of the largest mosques in the world, with a capacity of over 4 million worshippers. Take the time to pray in this holy space and feel the powerful energy of collective worship. There are several things to do in Al Haram mosque for Muslims. Non-Muslims can’t enter this mosque as they enter the other mosques in the world.  It is the holiest site in Islam and is the destination of millions of Muslims for Hajj and Umrah. Umrah (Islamic ceremony) takes place on all days of the year except for the five days of Hajj. If one wants to know the method of Umrah performing ..read more

“What is Umrah in Islam?” is the most searched term for Muslims. Indeed, Umrah is an Arabic word that means “going to a populated place.” For Muslims, it is an Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia. There is no time limit for performing it, except for the five days of Hajj which span from the 18th to the 12th Dhu al-Hijjah, the last Islamic lunar month. There is no restriction in performing Umrah apart from these specific 5 days. Due to the sacred rituals, it is also called the holy journey by every Muslim as this great journey ends with reaching the location of Masjid al-Haram after perfo ..read more

BREAKING NEWS–Saudi authority launched the Hajj Nusuk platform for UK pilgrims. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has introduced the Nusuk Hajj portal for more than 52 countries of the world to improve the Hajj experience for the current year 1444–2023. There are many misconceptions and questions about this newly introduced online platform. To get proper answers to all the considerations, stay here and thoroughly read the updates provided by Labbaik Hajj Umrah. How many countries are included in Hajj 2023 through Nusuk Hajj? At this time, only 58 countries will be able to use it. And it is hoped ..read more

Breaking News—Saudi Arabia has introduced a 4-day free transit visa, this news has spread like wildfire in the world. With the cooperation of the Ministry of Tourism, Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, Saudi Tourism Authority, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Saudi Airlines, the opportunity of a 4-day free stay in KSA is being provided internationally. During this 96-hour stay, individuals are free to do whatever they want, such as performing Umrah, visiting historical sites, attending business meetings, participating in national events, visiting relatives, etc., but they cannot ..read more

255 Saudi women recently graduated from the Armed Forces Training Institute (Saudi Gazette). Hundreds have been announced to graduate into the Special Security Forces, specializing in diplomatic security and especially Hajj and Umrah security. This is not happening for the first time but it has happened in the past as well. Saudi Gazette reports, these are the 4th batch of women who acquired the skills to theoretically and practically handle information technology and applications for security operations. The graduation ceremony was held under the chairmanship of Saudi Interior Minister Princ ..read more

Who doesn’t want to do Umrah? All of you know that Umrah is a significant act of Islam. The number of Umrah pilgrims is increasing throughout the year. Every year, several Muslims from the UK Depart for Saudi Arabia to join this holy journey. However, the Kingdom is changing policies of pilgrimages day by day. Ministry has announced that “Fingerprints are required for visitors from the UK for Umrah visas”.  In this era, booking Umrah packages from a reputable travel agency has become a make sure to complete your Umrah successfully. These reservations include sufficient facilities, includi ..read more

Yes, additional restrictions for Umrah are over from March 6 2022. Today, locals and foreign Muslims can easily travel ahead to their sacred sites including Al-Haram & Al-Nabawi mosques. Now, this step taken by the Saudi Government is to make it facilitate for a large number of foreigners (Muslims) to perform their religious duties. The Kingdom is the only hub in the world where Muslims can make themselves look like newborns. Hear the newborn refers to exempting completely from sins. And all of this will be happened after performing Hajj and Umrah.  Muslims had been deprived of the gr ..read more

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has set insurance mandatory for foreign pilgrims regarding lesser pilgrimage. This update will only apply to arrivals from abroad as confirmed by GULF NEWS. According to Ministry, insurance document holders will get benefits up to SR 100,000. Umrah insurance policy is one of the mandatory documents for foreigners entering Saudi Arabia for Umrah, and it will be included in the visa fee. Because this policy provides comprehensive health and travel coverage to its holders. What facilities does the Umrah insurance policy cover? This policy covers a total of 4 facilit ..read more

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced on July 13 that the new Umrah season to begin on July 30 for UK inhabitants. This time, Muharram (the first lunar month) may start on July 30. However, foreigners and locals wishing to perform Umrah can apply for a visa from Thursday, July 14. According to the SPA (Saudi Press Agency), the new season of Umrah for Muslims living inside and outside Saudi Arabia is starting on July 30. Residents of the UK wishing to perform Umrah and visit the Prophet’s Mosque can find out about all the current requirements on this official website: https://haj.gov.sa/en/i ..read more

Hajj is a journey that every Muslim has dreamed of since childhood. It’s significant because of its rituals and is one of the five pillars of Islam. Millions of Muslims cover this sacred travel every year during the last Islamic month of Dhu al-Hijjah. The Saudi Government banned the Hajj for International Muslims due to the outbreak of COVID 19. Two years later, the Saudi government officially announced in April that one million pilgrims will arrive for the 2022 Hajj from inside and outside Saudi Arabia. Saudi state will welcome all Muslims around the world. There are some guidelines for inco ..read more