Flynas Umrah Services partners with Careem to simplify the Umrah and Hajj pilgrim experience
23 January 2023

Flynas Umrah Services partners with Careem to simplify the Umrah and Hajj pilgrim experience

Flynas, the national air carrier and the leading economical airline in the Middle East represented by Umrah services, and Careem, the leading multi-service platform in the region, with the support of the General Syndicate of Cars, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to introduce new services and initiatives that will simplify the travel experience of pilgrims.

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Umrah pilgrims can get maximum health insurance coverage of SR100,000
23 January 2023

Umrah pilgrims can get maximum health insurance coverage of SR100,000

Umrah pilgrims can now take advantage of a variety of benefits during their stay in Saudi Arabia, including a maximum health insurance coverage of SR100,000, local media reported.

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More than 100,000 Umrah pilgrims arrive through Jadidat Arar port during current Islamic year
23 January 2023

More than 100,000 Umrah pilgrims arrive through Jadidat Arar port during current Islamic year

More than 100,000 pilgrims have used the Jadidat Arar land port in the Northern Border region to enter the Kingdom from Iraq to perform Umrah since the start of the Islamic year.

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Over 30 new neighborhoods in Makkah to be developed to show its modern form
22 January 2023

Over 30 new neighborhoods in Makkah to be developed to show its modern form

The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites CEO Eng. Saleh Bin Ibrahim Al-Rasheed said that the commission is working on developing more than 30 new neighborhoods in Makkah to show it in its modern form.

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Saudia’s new service to offer 96-hour tourist visa upon ticket purchase
18 January 2023

Saudia’s new service to offer 96-hour tourist visa upon ticket purchase

Saudi Arabia’s Airlines Saudia will offer the service of issuing a tourist visa for free when purchasing a ticket, Abdullah al-Shahrani, the airlines spokesperson told the Okaz daily.

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On motorcycle ride to Makkah, Pakistani bikers explore ‘journey of light’
17 January 2023

On motorcycle ride to Makkah, Pakistani bikers explore ‘journey of light’

A group of 25 Pakistani bikers is on the way to Makkah to perform the Umrah pilgrimage, as they travel to “promote peace, friendship and religious tourism” through the effort they see as a “journey of refulgence and enlightenment.”

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Umrah insurance cost reduced for overseas pilgrims by 63% from Jan.10
16 January 2023

Umrah insurance cost reduced for overseas pilgrims by 63% from Jan.10

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced that the cost of the comprehensive insurance for foreign Umrah performers has been reduced from SR235 to SR87, by 63 percent, starting from Jan.10, 2023.

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Presidency intensifies efforts for safety and services during rains
15 January 2023

Presidency intensifies efforts for safety and services during rains

The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques, represented by the General Presidency's Agency for Services and Environmental Protection, has strengthened its efforts during rains over the Grand Mosque.

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Hajj packages appearance depends on available seats in each one of them
14 January 2023

Hajj packages appearance depends on available seats in each one of them

Ministry of Hajj and Umrah clarified that the Hajj packages appearances depend on the available seats in each one of them, which is being continuously updated.

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COVID-19 vaccination is a condition to perform Hajj 1444
12 January 2023

COVID-19 vaccination is a condition to perform Hajj 1444

Pilgrims wishing to perform the Hajj this year are required to complete all doses of COVID-19 vaccinations, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah confirmed.

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Hajj ministry fully replaces 'Etamarna' app with 'Nusuk'
12 January 2023

Hajj ministry fully replaces 'Etamarna' app with 'Nusuk'

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has decided to do away with the Etamarna app and to extend all pilgrim-related services via Nusuk app.

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Jeddah airport starts free shuttle service to Makkah Grand Mosque
12 January 2023

Jeddah airport starts free shuttle service to Makkah Grand Mosque

King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah has launched a free shuttle service for pilgrims.

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