Umrah Visa from USA — Requirements, Cost & Application Guide

Planning your Umrah journey from the United States starts with one essential step: securing your Umrah visa. Saudi Arabia’s Umrah eVisa system has made the process significantly faster for US passport holders — most applications are approved digitally within days rather than weeks. This guide walks you through eligibility, required documents, processing time, and real costs, so you can prepare with confidence. Prefer to skip the paperwork entirely? Get a free visa consultation and our visa team will handle your application from start to finish.

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How The Umrah Visa Process Work From USA

1

Submit Your Travel Information

Share your travel dates, group size, hotel preferences, and other details with our visa team. We’ll confirm your requirements and guide you on the next steps..

2

Prepare Required Documents

Receive a clear, personalised checklist of the documents you need. Our team reviews your paperwork carefully to help prevent missing information and processing delays.

3

Visa Processing & Guidance

We submit your Umrah eVisa application and manage the process with the relevant Saudi authorities. We’ll keep you informed as your application progresses.

4

Travel Confirmation

Once your Umrah eVisa is approved, we deliver it digitally so you can complete your travel preparations. Finalise your flights, packing, and plans with confidence.

What Is the Umrah Visa (eVisa)?

The Umrah visa — issued today as the Umrah eVisa — is the official electronic entry permit issued by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia that allows Muslims to travel to Makkah and Madinah specifically to perform the rites of Umrah. It’s applied for entirely online, which means no in-person embassy visits and no paper applications mailed back and forth.

Key facts about the Umrah eVisa:

  • Multiple-entry — valid for repeat travel within its validity period
  • Valid for 12 months from the date of issue
  • Allows stays of up to 90 days per visit
  • Covers travel specifically for the purpose of performing Umrah, outside the annual pilgrimage restriction period

Because the entire application happens online, our visa team can manage the full process for you — from document review to submission to delivery of your approved eVisa.

Documents Commonly Required for Umrah Travel

  • Valid US passport (at least 6 months’ validity remaining, with 2+ blank pages)
  • Completed Umrah visa application form
  • Recent passport-size photo (plain white background)
  • Proof of Muslim faith, where applicable (a letter or certificate from your local mosque or Islamic center)
  • Meningitis (ACYW135) vaccination certificate
  • Confirmed round-trip flight booking
  • Hotel reservation confirmation in Makkah and/or Madinah
  • Mahram documentation, if applicable (see below)
  • Birth certificate and parental consent letter for minors

Our team reviews each of these with you before submission, so nothing is missing when your application goes in.

Umrah Visa Eligibility & Requirements

Passport & Photo Requirements

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended travel date, with a minimum of two blank pages available for entry stamps. Photos must be recent, in color, and taken against a plain white background.

Health Requirements

A meningitis (ACYW135) vaccination certificate is required for entry. Additional health requirements can apply depending on current Saudi Ministry of Health guidance at the time of travel — we confirm the latest requirements with you as part of your application.

Women Traveling Without a Mahram

Many women are now able to register for and perform Umrah without a male guardian (mahram), particularly when traveling as part of an organized group. Requirements can vary by age and travel arrangement, so we recommend confirming your specific situation directly with our visa team before booking — we’ll walk you through exactly what applies to you.

Minors Applying for an Umrah Visa

Travelers under 18 must apply together with a parent or legal guardian. A birth certificate and a signed parental consent letter are typically required as part of the application.

Non-US-Citizen Residents (Green Card Holders)

If you’re a US resident but not a citizen, you can generally still apply for an Umrah visa eligibility is usually based on your home-country passport rather than your US residency status. Contact us, and we’ll confirm exactly what your application needs.

Umrah Visa Processing Time

Most Umrah eVisa applications are approved within 24–72 hours once documents are submitted correctly and completely. Processing can take longer — occasionally up to a week — during high-volume periods such as Ramadan and winter school breaks, when application volumes spike sharply across the industry.

Our recommendation: start your visa process at least 4–6 weeks before travel during peak seasons, and 2–3 weeks during off-peak months, to leave a comfortable buffer for document corrections if needed.

Umrah Visa Cost From USA

No hidden fees — every cost is confirmed in writing before you commit. Prefer to see your visa cost as part of a full package? Compare pricing on our Umrah Package Prices page or browse our latest offers.

Umrah eVisa Cost
Item Estimated Cost (USD)
Umrah eVisa government fee $143
Travel/medical insurance (included with eVisa) Included
Service & processing fee (My Umrah Guides) $50
Total estimated cost per pilgrim $160–$200

Why Travelers Prefer Complete Umrah Packages with Visa Assistance

Handling your Umrah visa alongside your hotel, transport, and flight arrangements — rather than juggling them separately — removes the single biggest source of pre-travel stress for first-time pilgrims: making sure every document, booking, and confirmation lines up correctly. When your visa application references the same travel dates, hotel confirmations, and flight bookings as the rest of your package, there’s no risk of mismatched paperwork causing delays. It also means one point of contact for your entire journey instead of coordinating between a visa agency, a hotel booking site, and a separate transport provider. Browse our Umrah Packages to see visa processing bundled directly into your trip.

How to Avoid Umrah Visa Scams

Pilgrims are unfortunately a common target for visa fraud, and the U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia has specifically warned travelers to watch for fake Umrah visa offers and unauthorized “agents.” Protect yourself with a few simple checks:

  • Ask for credentials — a legitimate agency can provide its Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah authorization number or IATA accreditation without hesitation
  • Be cautious of “guaranteed instant visa” offers that skip standard document review — real applications always require verification
  • Never pay through untraceable methods like wire transfers to personal accounts or cryptocurrency
  • Verify your visa once issued through official Saudi government channels before you travel

My Umrah Guides processes every Umrah visa through official, compliant channels only. 

Premium Hotel Stay

Every hotel included in our Umrah visa and package service is personally vetted for proximity to the Haram, cleanliness, comfort, and reliability — not simply selected because it’s cheap. Our Makkah hotels range from budget-friendly 3-star options within walking distance of Masjid al-Haram to premium properties offering comfortable rooms and direct views of the Kaaba. In Madinah, we prioritise hotels close to Masjid an-Nabawi, making it easier to attend prayers and maximise your time at the Rawdah without long walks or frequent transfers. We also consider location, guest comfort, and convenient access to nearby amenities when selecting your stay, so you can focus more on your worship and less on travel arrangements.

Luxury Transportation

Your Umrah visa gets you into the country — our private ground transport gets you where you need to be once you’re there. All transfers use air-conditioned vehicles with professional drivers, covering airport pickup in Jeddah or Madinah, hotel transfers, and inter-city travel between Makkah and Madinah. No shared buses, unpredictable waits, or complicated arrangements — your schedule stays your own. Whether you’re arriving at the airport, heading to your hotel, travelling between the holy cities, or returning for your departure, we aim to make every journey comfortable, reliable, and stress-free. Our transport service gives you the flexibility to travel at your own pace while keeping your Umrah journey organised from arrival to departure.

 
 

When Should You Start Planning Your Umrah Journey?

For most travelers, 3–4 months before your intended travel date is the ideal window to start — this gives enough time for visa processing, document collection, and securing better hotel and flight availability before prices rise. If you’re traveling during Ramadan or major school holiday periods, push that window earlier to 4–6 months, since visa processing volumes and hotel demand both spike sharply during these periods. Explore our Ramadan Umrah Packages for season-specific planning guidance, or browse packages by 3-star, 4-star, and 5-star tier to plan your budget alongside your visa timeline.

Why Choose Us for Your Umrah Visa

Dedicated Visa Specialists

Real people review your documents and manage your visa submission from start to finish, giving your application a careful human check before it is submitted

Transparent, Itemized Pricing

See exactly what you’re paying for, including the visa fee, service fee, and total cost, with clear pricing provided before you commit to your application

Bundled With Your Full Journey

Your visa, hotel, and transport arrangements are coordinated together, helping keep your travel dates, bookings, and confirmations organised throughout your Umrah journey

US-Based, US-Timezone Support

Reach our team by phone, WhatsApp, or email during US business hours. Get timely assistance from a dedicated support team without waiting for overseas replies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Umrah package from USA includes round-trip airfare, Umrah eVisa processing, hotel accommodation in Makkah and Madinah, daily breakfast, Haramain High Speed Railway ticket, full ground transportation, Ihram for men, a Rawdah visit, and assistance from our team and local guide throughout your journey.

We recommend booking at least 3–4 months in advance to secure the best prices and ensure visa processing is completed comfortably ahead of travel. Peak periods such as Ramadan and school holidays fill up quickly, so earlier booking is strongly advised.

A valid US passport (6+ months validity), a completed visa application form, a recent passport-size photo, a meningitis (ACYW135) vaccination certificate, and a mahram relationship certificate for women under a certain age traveling without a male guardian.

Many women can now register for and perform Umrah without a male guardian, particularly when traveling with an organized group. Requirements vary by age and travel arrangement — our team will confirm exactly what applies to your situation.

Total cost depends on the eVisa fee and our service/processing fee, typically ranging from $X to $X. We confirm the exact breakdown in writing before you book — see our full Umrah Visa Cost section above.

Most Umrah eVisa applications are approved within 24–72 hours once documents are submitted correctly, though peak seasons like Ramadan can extend this slightly.

Yes. Minors can obtain an Umrah visa when applying together with a parent or legal guardian, along with a birth certificate and signed parental consent letter.

A legitimate agency can provide its Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah authorization number or IATA accreditation on request. Be cautious of “guaranteed instant” visas, untraceable payment requests, or agencies that avoid direct questions about credentials.

Denials are uncommon when documents are accurate and complete. If it does happen, our visa team reviews the reason with you and helps correct and resubmit the application wherever possible.

Yes, in most cases — eligibility is generally based on your home-country passport rather than your US residency status. Contact our team and we’ll confirm exactly what your application requires.

The packages differ in room-sharing arrangement. Quad means 4 people share one room, Triple means 3 people share one room, and Double means 2 people share one room. All tiers include the same hotels, services, and inclusions — only pricing per person changes.

Hotel selection depends on your chosen package tier — see our Makkah hotels and Madinah hotels pages for the full list of options at every price point, each with distance to the Haram clearly listed.