Yes, absolutely. Under official Saudi Ministry regulations, holders of the Saudi Tourist eVisa are fully permitted to perform Umrah, visit the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah, and attend prayers at the Holy Mosques at any time during the year, except during the specific Hajj pilgrimage dates which require a dedicated Hajj permit.
Yes! Legal UK residents holding a valid British Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) or active UK eVisa immigration status with at least 3 months validity are eligible for the expedited electronic visa pathway through Etihad Travels.
Yes. Permanent Residents of the United States who hold a valid Green Card (Form I-551) can apply for the Saudi electronic visa directly with Etihad Travels, even if their underlying passport is from an otherwise non-eVisa eligible nation.
Standard processing with Etihad Travels takes between 24 and 48 hours from the time your complete documents are received. We also offer an express priority channel with turnaround times as fast as 12 to 24 hours for urgent travel requirements.
Direct flights to Jeddah (JED) and Madinah (MED) operate regularly from London Heathrow (Saudia, British Airways), London Gatwick (Wizz Air / Saudia partners), and Manchester (Saudia). Convenient 1-stop flights are also available via Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Gulf Air from Birmingham, Glasgow, and Edinburgh.
No. The entire process is 100% digital. You do not need to mail your passport or visit a Saudi embassy or consulate. Once approved, your electronic visa with QR code is sent directly to your email and WhatsApp.
Yes. The Ministry of Hajj & Umrah has updated regulations allowing women of all nationalities and ages (18+) to travel to Saudi Arabia and perform Umrah independently without requiring a male guardian (Mahram).
Our comprehensive UK Umrah Visa package starts from $156, which covers the official Saudi MOFA government application fee, mandatory CCHI medical insurance, expert compliance verification, and 24/7 client support.
The total cost for US citizens and Green Card holders begins at $156 USD, including official government fees, integrated health insurance, and white-glove application processing.
The standard eVisa is valid for one (1) full year from the date of issuance with multiple entries allowed. Each visit allows you to stay in Saudi Arabia for up to 90 consecutive or cumulative days within that 1-year window.
Yes. Comprehensive emergency medical and COVID-19 health insurance issued by the Saudi Council of Cooperative Health Insurance (CCHI) is automatically included with every approved electronic visa and is valid throughout the duration of your stay.