Jan 19, 2026 · SaudiArabiabans14countries from Umrah, business & family visit visas until mid-June 2025. Find out which countries are affected, when the ban started, and what travellers should do next. Apr 7, 2025 · In this report, we look at why SaudiArabia decided to suspend visa services for multiple nations, why India is among them, and how long the restrictions are expected to remain in place. Apr 8, 2025 · SaudiArabia halts Umrah and visit visas for 14nations ahead of Hajj 2025. Find out which countries are affected and why. Apr 7, 2025 · Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended one-year multiple-entry visas for 14 countries, enforcing single-entry 30-day limits. These measures aim to prevent unauthorized Hajj pilgrims and tackle overcrowding issues. Exemptions include official Hajj and residency permits. SaudiArabia has introduced significant changes to its visa policy, restricting nationals from 14countries from obtaining new short-term visas. The policy, effective April 13, 2025, impacts business, tourist, and family visit visas. Apr 7, 2025 · Saudi Arabia has imposed new travel restrictions, suspending the issuance of Umrah, business and family visit visas to individuals from 14 countries, including Bangladesh, Pakistan and India. The restriction comes amid efforts to minimise congestion ahead of and during the Hajj pilgrimage. Apr 7, 2025 · SaudiArabia has temporarily suspended Umrah, business, and family visit visas for 14countries including India until mid-June 2025 to manage overcrowding and safety during the Hajj season.