Saudi Arabia Umrah Visa for Pakistani Passport (with UK Visa Held)
Last updated: 10 Sept 2026
You need a Umrah Package or Tourist eVisa/VOA
Always verify with official sources before you travel.
Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
Yes
On Arrival
Yes
Insurance
Recommended
Health
Meningococcal (ACWY) and Polio vaccination
Visa fee
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders; a visa is required for all entry purposes
Visa exemption
No visa exemption exists for Pakistani passport holders; a visa is required for all entry purposes
Application notes
- 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
- Book hotels independently (Booking.com, Agoda, etc.) — no Nusuk package required on this route, but you must use the Nusuk app to reserve Umrah and Rawdah time slots after visa activation
- Pakistani passport holders cannot apply for Umrah visas directly on Nusuk — applications must go through a MoRA-attested licensed operator via Nusuk Masar
- The qualifying UK, US, or Schengen visa must have been used at least once — check-in staff will verify entry/exit stamps; an unused (fresh) visa will be rejected
- Departing from Pakistan: NADRA polio certificate is mandatory; Visa on Arrival generally requires flying Saudia, Flynas, or Flyadeal — other airlines may deny boarding without a pre-printed eVisa
- Since Feb 2025, this tourist visa is single-entry with a maximum 30-day stay for Pakistani passport holders — not a 1-year multiple-entry visa
- Departing from Pakistan: carry your NADRA polio certificate — airlines and immigration enforce this for all Pakistan-origin departures
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Verify the travel operator is on the official MoRA attested list for Umrah services
- 2
Step 2
Submit passport and required civil documents to the MoRA-attested operator
- 3
Step 3
Operator books the Umrah package and visa via the Nusuk Masar agent portal
- 4
Step 4
Receive the visa as part of the confirmed travel package
- 5
Step 5
Download the Nusuk app to manage permits and profile after visa issuance
- 6
Step 6
Verify your chosen operator on the official MoRA attested Umrah operators list (mora.gov.pk
- 7
Step 7
Submit passport, CNIC, photographs, vaccination certificates, and signed package contract to the licensed operator
- 8
Step 8
Complete biometric verification at an approved Etimad or Gerry's centre and provide the stamped slip to your operator
- 9
Step 9
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)
- 10
Step 10
Track application status through your operator and the Nusuk consumer app; save visa copy, BRNs, and permits once issued
Step 1
Verify the travel operator is on the official MoRA attested list for Umrah services
Step 2
Submit passport and required civil documents to the MoRA-attested operator
Step 3
Operator books the Umrah package and visa via the Nusuk Masar agent portal
Step 4
Receive the visa as part of the confirmed travel package
Step 5
Download the Nusuk app to manage permits and profile after visa issuance
Step 6
Verify your chosen operator on the official MoRA attested Umrah operators list (mora.gov.pk
Step 7
Submit passport, CNIC, photographs, vaccination certificates, and signed package contract to the licensed operator
Step 8
Complete biometric verification at an approved Etimad or Gerry's centre and provide the stamped slip to your operator
Step 9
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 10
Track application status through your operator and the Nusuk consumer app; save visa copy, BRNs, and permits once issued
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least 6 months validity and 2 adjacent blank pages
- Passport-size colour photographs with a white background
- Biometric verification slip from an approved Etimad or Gerry's centre
- Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
- Nusuk-linked hotel accommodation vouchers and Booking Reference Number (BRN)
- Nusuk transport and package service contract details
- Meningococcal ACYW vaccination certificate with named vaccine type and date
- NADRA polio vaccination certificate mandatory for Pakistan airport departures
- Nikkah Nama with English translation if spouse is traveling
- Valid used UK, US, or Schengen business or tourist visa in passport showing at least one entry/exit stamp
- International credit or debit card for visa and insurance fee payment (approximately SAR 300 online or at airport)
- NADRA polio certificate — mandatory when departing from a Pakistani airport
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 = 73.8297 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
7,382.97
USD
26.67
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Frequently asked questions
How do I verify if my Umrah operator is authorized?▾
You can verify authorized operators directly through the official Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony portal at mora.gov.pk
What is the processing timeline for an Umrah package visa?▾
Processing generally takes three to seven working days once documents are submitted to the MoRA-attested operator and package details are linked via Nusuk Masar
Can I use the tourist eVisa pathway if my UK visa has never been used?▾
No, the qualifying UK visa must have been used at least once with an entry and exit stamp, otherwise check-in staff and border control will reject boarding or entry