The Umrah and Ziyarah Forum 2026 has announced the signing of more than 5,000 integration and partnership agreements during its third edition hosted by Madinah, in a step aimed at raising the quality of services provided to Umrah pilgrims and visitors and supporting the targets of Saudi Vision 2030 in the Umrah and Ziyarah sector.
The agreements included cooperation between government bodies and local and international companies specializing in Umrah and Ziyarah services, as part of the forum organized by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in cooperation with the Pilgrim Experience Program, with the aim of developing the experience of the Guests of Allah and raising the level of services provided to them, according to a post on the Saudi Press Agency.
These agreements are part of the Pilgrim Experience Program's efforts to attract global companies specializing in developing logistics, technology, accommodation and transport services, as well as enhancing the cultural experience of Umrah pilgrims and visitors, helping raise capacity and improve the quality of services in Makkah and Madinah.
The forum, held over 3 days starting 30 March 2026 at the King Salman Conference Center in Madinah, is an annual platform bringing together government bodies with the local and international private sector and researchers, to support continuous development and improvement efforts in the Umrah and Ziyarah system.
To view the post on the Saudi Press Agency website, click here.
