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Saudi Arabia has outlined the expected Umrah closure and reopening timeline for Hajj 2026 (1447H) as part of its annual crowd management and Hajj preparation plan. Many pilgrims are asking when Umrah will open after Hajj and this guide gives you the exact official answer. If you are also wondering when Umrah starts after Hajj,…

Saudi Arabia has officially announced a full ban on all forms of photography and videography inside Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah for the upcoming Hajj 2026 (1447H).The ban applies to mobile phones, digital cameras, professional recording equipment, and any device capable of capturing images or video, covering both indoor and outdoor…

If you’re planning to perform Umrah in December 2025 with your family, you’re in the right place. KSA Travels offers exclusive Winter 2025 Umrah Packages that are both affordable and convenient, covering everything from flights and accommodation to visa processing and transportation. Since December is one of the busiest months for Umrah travel, prices are…

The Ministry of Religious Affairs & Interfaith Harmony (MORA&IH) Pakistan has announced the Hajj Service Personnel Recruitment 2026 with significant updates to eligibility requirements. This comprehensive guide explains everything you need to know about applying for Khuddam ul Hujjaj Pakistan 2026, including the recent corrigendum issued on 24 November 2025. What is Khuddam ul Hujjaj? …

The Ministry of Religious Affairs (MoRA) has officially announced the payment details for the second installment of the Hajj 2026 Government Hajj Scheme. This payment is critical for confirming your participation in the sacred pilgrimage. Failure to make the payment on time will result in automatic cancellation of your Hajj 2026 application. Here’s everything you…

Big news for anyone planning Umrah. Saudi Arabia has changed the visa rules. You now have only 30 days to enter the Kingdom after your visa is issued. Before this, you had 90 days. This sounds like a small change. But it affects how you plan your entire trip. Let me explain what this means…

Are you planning to perform Umrah and wondering what’s new in the Saudi visa process for Pakistanis? You’re not alone. Starting from June 2025, the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah introduced new Umrah visa rules that every Pakistani pilgrim must follow before applying. These rules have made hotel and transport booking mandatory and have…

Saudi Arabia has removed the maximum age restriction for Umrah pilgrims 2025. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah confirmed this change as part of Saudi Vision 2030 reforms. Previously, foreign pilgrims over 50 years old faced restrictions during and after COVID-19. Now, elderly Muslims of any age can perform Umrah if they meet health requirements….

If you are planning to perform Hajj 2026, understanding the registration process is essential for your journey. The hajj registration 2026 process for Pakistan’s government scheme has concluded after a brief 17-day window from August 4 to August 16, 2025. The allocation was filled on a first-come, first-served basis. For pilgrims from other countries, registration…

The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has suspended Serene Air’s Air Operator Certificate with immediate effect after the airline failed to maintain the mandatory minimum fleet size and currently has zero serviceable aircraft available for operations. The suspension, announced on Friday, October 3, 2025, has grounded all of Serene Air’s domestic and international flights, leaving…