Umrah is a sacred religious duty that is undertaken by Muslims around the world. If you have also been thinking of going on this religious journey, then you are well aware that you will need an Umrah visa for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. However, did you know that you do not need a travel agent to obtain this visa? Well, there are other two ways to do so. And we are here to help you out with the alternatives!
Umrah Visa Can Be Applied On Your Own
While applying for an Umrah Visa, travel agents are the most common methods for doing so. However, during the month of Ramadan, the packages of the tour by them see a massive surge in prices, making it quite difficult for people to take this religious journey. But, you need and depend on them to apply for this important document. Yes, you can get your Umrah visa either through the official website or through the Nusuk App.
You Can Apply for This Through The Official Website
Applying for a visa through the official website of Saudi Arabia is quite easy. All you need to do is visit visa.mofa.gov.sa/ and click on the bottom left tab that says Services for Visitors. After this, you have to apply on the Haj and Umrah eVisa Application Form. Therein, once you fill out the application form in four steps, the embassy will process your visa.
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You Can Apply Via The Nusuk App
Similarly, the Nusuk App, which is available for both Android and Apple smartphones, the process is quite easy. All you need to do is create an account by filling in your information, select Performing Umrah, Your Journey Awaits and then apply. Once you have selected the Umrah package that fits your requirements best and you have filled out the information that is needed for the pilgrimage, you will then be directed to the page that will ask you to fill in the details of the pilgrimage. Once you have chosen your time slots and the dates, submit your information, this is then going to help your application grant you a permit.
So, if the packages offered by the travel agents seem too expensive for you, don’t forget to take the charge and apply yourself.
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