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Saudi Arabia Umrah Visa for Pakistani Passport
Last updated: 3 Nov 2026
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You need a Umrah package visa via MoRA-attested operator
Eligibility can depend on your full travel profile and may change. Always verify with official sources before you travel.
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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Yes
Health
Meningococcal ACYW and Polio vaccination mandatory
Visa fee
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a visa for all visit types
Visa exemption
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a visa for all visit types
Application notes
- Apply via the official channel: visa.visitsaudi.com
- Departing from Pakistan: carry your NADRA polio certificate — airlines and immigration enforce this for all Pakistan-origin departures
- Women aged 18+ may perform Umrah without a mahram when travelling with an approved group; family groups should still carry relationship proof (MRC/FRC) as operators may request it
- Travel insurance is bundled within the visa fee and generated automatically — it is not a separate self-purchase for the operator route
- Since June 2025, visa-only Umrah applications are rejected: your operator must link confirmed Nusuk-approved accommodation, transport, and a Booking Reference Number (BRN) before visa issuance
- Pakistani passport holders cannot apply for Umrah visas directly on Nusuk — applications must go through a MoRA-attested licensed operator via Nusuk Masar
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Verify your chosen operator on the official MoRA attested Umrah operators list (mora.gov.pk)
- 2
Step 2
Submit passport, CNIC, photographs, vaccination certificates, and signed package contract to the licensed operator
- 3
Step 3
Complete biometric verification at an approved Etimad or Tasheer centre and provide the stamped slip to your operator
- 4
Step 4
Your operator creates your Nusuk pilgrim profile and submits the visa via the Nusuk Masar agent portal with linked accommodation, transport, and Booking Reference Number (BRN)
- 5
Step 5
Track application status through your operator and the Nusuk consumer app; save visa copy, BRNs, and permits once issued
- 6
Step 6
Download the Nusuk app before travel to book Umrah permits and Rawdah (Riyadh ul Jannah) prayer slots in Madinah
Step 1
Verify your chosen operator on the official MoRA attested Umrah operators list (mora.gov.pk)
Step 2
Submit passport, CNIC, photographs, vaccination certificates, and signed package contract to the licensed operator
Step 3
Complete biometric verification at an approved Etimad or Tasheer centre and provide the stamped slip to your operator
Step 4
Your operator creates your Nusuk pilgrim profile and submits the visa via the Nusuk Masar agent portal with linked accommodation, transport, and Booking Reference Number (BRN)
Step 5
Track application status through your operator and the Nusuk consumer app; save visa copy, BRNs, and permits once issued
Step 6
Download the Nusuk app before travel to book Umrah permits and Rawdah (Riyadh ul Jannah) prayer slots in Madinah
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Application documents
- Original Pakistani passport valid for at least 6 months beyond travel dates with at least two adjacent blank pages
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card) clear photocopy
- Recent passport-sized colour photographs with white background
- Biometric verification slip from an approved Etimad or Tasheer visa service centre in Pakistan
- Nusuk-linked hotel vouchers with Booking Reference Number for Makkah and Madinah
- Nusuk transport and meal service booking codes
- Meningococcal ACYW vaccination certificate issued at least 10 days before arrival
- NADRA polio vaccination certificate issued for departures originating from Pakistan
- Completed Saudi visa application form processed via the Enjaz portal by your licensed operator
- Original Pakistani passport valid at least 6 months from travel date with at least 2 adjacent blank pages
- CNIC or NICOP — clear photocopy of Computerised National Identity Card
- 2–4 recent passport-size colour photographs (white background, no glasses, neutral expression)
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalPolio vaccination is mandatory for all arrivals from Pakistan (WP1 target country), regardless of age or prior vaccine status: at least one dose of bivalent oral polio vaccine (bOP
- Meningococcal ACYW is mandatory for all Umrah pilgrims (KSA 1447H/2026): conjugate ACYW or ACYWX within the last 5 years, or polysaccharide ACYW within the last 3 years, administer
- Carry the official certificate naming vaccine type and date — if type is omitted, validity is treated as 3 years only
- Prefer IPV within the previous 12 months and not less than 4 weeks before arrival (or OPV within the previous 6 months / ≥4 weeks before arrival)
- COVID-19 vaccine or immunity proof is required for high-risk Umrah groups (age 65+, pregnant, chronic heart/respiratory/kidney disease, hereditary blood disorders, immunodeficiency
- Updated seasonal influenza vaccine for the 2025–2026 season is recommended before travel
- Carry documentation of chronic conditions and sufficient medication in original packaging; stay current on routine immunizations (DTP, measles, mumps, chickenpox, etc.)
- Heat precautions: avoid prolonged direct sun during rituals, drink fluids regularly (especially older pilgrims), and review diuretics or other medicines that worsen dehydration wit
Destination at a glance
Capital
Riyadh
Continent
Asia
Currency
Rial (SAR)
Phone code
+966
Language
Arabic
Exchange rate
1 SAR = 73.5491 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
7,354.91
USD
26.67
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Frequently asked questions
How do Pakistani citizens apply for an Umrah visa?▾
Applications must be submitted through a Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony (MoRA) attested licensed operator in Pakistan who processes the booking via the Nusuk Masar platform
What mandatory vaccinations are required for Umrah pilgrims from Pakistan?▾
All pilgrims must present a valid meningococcal ACYW vaccination certificate and a NADRA polio vaccination certificate
Can I apply for an Umrah visa directly online through Nusuk or Visit Saudi?▾
No, Pakistani passport holders cannot apply directly online and must use a MoRA-attested licensed operator