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If you are a pilgrim and have bought a great umrah package deal and going to visit the Saudia Arabia to perform Umrah, we are here to warn you about some important regulations. The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has issued a crucial warning to overseas Muslims planning their pilgrimage to avoid certain prohibited items on Umrah. To ensure a smooth and trouble-free journey, pilgrims must avoid carrying certain Umrah prohibited items. The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has said that if any banned items for Umrah found in the luggage of overseas pilgrims will exposes them to serious trouble.
 
Umrah can be performed in the Masjid al-Haram at Makkah, it is a significant pilgrimage that can be performed any time of the year. Pilgrims are advised to follow these guidelines to avoid any complications and to ensure their pilgrimage remains a spiritually fulfilling experience. There are various that the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has mentioned in their latest Umrah regulations. For your convenience we have provided a list of restricted items on Umrah in the following.
 

Prohibited Items List:

  • Pyrotechnics (Fireworks)
  • Counterfeit currencies
  • Unlicensed medications or narcotics
  • Illegal eavesdropping devices
  • Speed radar detectors
  • Electric shockers or stun guns
  • Harmful laser pens
  • Privacy-violating secret cameras
 
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah posted a tweet on their X account recently, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the guidelines to not to carry certain banned items on Umrah. They posted an image containing the list of Umrah prohibited items along with the tweet:
 
"Ensure a smoother entry and easier journey to Saudi Arabia by Avoiding Prohibited Items”
 
Umrah prohibited items
 

New Facilities for Overseas Muslims Pilgrims 

Riyadh has introduced several new facilities to make it easier for overseas Muslims to undertake Umrah:

  • Muslims holding various types of entry visas, including personal, visit, and tourism visas, are now permitted to perform Umrah. Additionally, they can visit Al Rawda Al Sharifa, the site of the Prophet Muhammad’s (Peace Be Upon Him) tomb at the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina, after scheduling an e-appointment.
  • Saudi Arabia has announced that its citizens can now invite friends from abroad to visit the kingdom and perform Umrah. 
  • Women pilgrims are no longer required to be accompanied by male guardians for their Umrah journey.
  • he Umrah visa has been extended from 30 days to 90 days.

 

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