Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced that more than 1.2 million Umrah pilgrims have entered the Kingdom to perform Umrah since the season began on 15 Dhu al-Hijjah 1446 AH and up to 30 Muharram 1447 AH, coming from 109 countries around the world, amid rising indicators of growing demand and expanding services for pilgrims.
The ministry explained that the past period saw a 30% increase in the number of pilgrims who entered the Kingdom on Umrah visas compared with the same period last year, in addition to a 27% rise in the number of Umrah visas issued. More than 4,200 contracts were also signed between Umrah companies and external agents, enhancing the readiness of the operational system to receive pilgrims, according to a post on the ministry's account on X.
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah had announced the start of the Umrah season from 14 Dhu al-Hijjah 1446 AH, with visas issued through the Nusuk platform, heralding a new phase of facilitation for the Guests of Allah and continuing the development process within the framework of Saudi Vision 2030.
The ministry actually began issuing Umrah permits on 15 Dhu al-Hijjah through the Nusuk app, the unified digital platform for government services for Umrah pilgrims and visitors, which allows easy booking and permit issuance, along with digital services that support the pilgrim experience.
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