Country-specific guide

Seasonal access rules can change

The Saudi eVisa portal states that the tourist visa supports Umrah excluding Hajj. The official terms also contain a season-specific restriction on visit-visa holders entering or staying in Makkah during the 1446 AH Hajj season.

The terms state that non-Muslims are not permitted to enter the Holy Mosque and its premises in Makkah or the Prophet’s Mosque and its premises in Madinah. Check the current Hajj-season notice because dates and operational rules may change.

Tourist visaNot a Hajj permit

SeasonCheck current Hajj notice

Holy sitesLocal access restrictions apply

Prepare the right evidence

Plan religious travel carefully

Check the current Hajj and Makkah notice
Use the appropriate Hajj authorization if relevant
Confirm the tourist visa’s allowed purpose
Respect holy-site access rules and local law

Before you submit

Do not rely on historical dates

The terms contain dates for a past 1446 AH season; current seasons require fresh verification.
A tourist eVisa does not guarantee access to Makkah or holy sites.
Follow directions from Saudi authorities at the time of travel.

Questions applicants ask

Saudi Arabia FAQs

Can I perform Hajj on a tourist eVisa?

No. Hajj is excluded from the tourist eVisa route.

Are Makkah restrictions permanent?

The official terms include season-specific restrictions. Check the current Hajj-season announcement rather than relying on old dates.

Are there holy-site restrictions for non-Muslims?

The official terms state that non-Muslims are not permitted to enter the Holy Mosque and its premises in Makkah or the Prophet’s Mosque and its premises in Madinah.

Planning Makkah or Hajj-season travel?

Check the current official Saudi notices before booking or applying.

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Check the current Hajj-season rules before you plan Makkah.