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No Hotel Booking, No Umrah Visa! Pilgrims Now Need To Verify Documents Via Nusuk Masar

From 10 June 2025, Saudi Arabia requires all Umrah pilgrims to secure confirmed hotel bookings via the Nusuk Masar platform before visa issuance. This move aims to protect pilgrims, prevent fraud, and ensure high accommodation standards, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030.

by Deeplata Garde
No Hotel Booking, No Umrah Visa! Pilgrims Now Need To Verify Documents Via Nusuk Masar

If you’re planning Umrah this year, you can’t just pack your bags, book a last-minute stay, and expect a visa to appear. As of 10 June 2025, Saudi Arabia has rolled out a firm new policy for Umrah Visa. Every pilgrim must lock in a hotel booking through the Nusuk Masar platform before even expecting to get an Umrah visa. 

Saudi Arabia Tightens Rules For Pilgrims Applying For Umrah Visa

Hajj Fine SAR 20,000
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Now, you might be wondering, what’s behind this move? Saudi Arabia isn’t just trying to make life difficult for pilgrims. This policy aims to protect you. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah wants to end dodgy housing deals, fake bookings, and those horror stories of pilgrims being stranded without proper accommodation. 

This isn’t just about hotel beds. It’s part of Saudi Vision 2030—a massive plan to raise the bar in religious hospitality. The Kingdom wants your stay to be smooth, safe, and comfortable. So, from now on, only hotels approved by the Ministry of Tourism will do. And don’t think you can slip through the cracks, your contract must go through Nusuk Masar, the official digital platform that handles all things for Umrah visa and more.

How The New System Work?

Picture this: one portal, zero fuss. Nusuk Masar is the centre for managing your pilgrimage. It’s where you:

  • Book a room in a licensed hotel.
  • Upload your housing contract.
  • Track your permits and logistics.
  • Even brush up on guidance materials in your language.

The digital platform is your rescue from a pile of paperwork and visits to the centre. This creates a seamless experience for pilgrims and service providers. And yes, the rules come with a warning. The Ministry has warned agencies and service providers to follow the system to the letter. Skip the proper process, and you could face visa delays or rejection. 

Also Read: Dhul Qadah 15 Set As The Date Of Expiry For The Umrah Visa For Pilgrims!

Final Word

The message is loud and clear. Saudi Arabia is serious about safeguarding your Umrah journey. This policy doesn’t just tighten the rules for Umrah Visa, it raises travel standards. It ensures you get what you paid for: a safe place to stay and a spiritual trip free from needless stress.

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First Published: June 16, 2025 10:53 AM