Umrah Visa from Bangladesh

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How to Get an Umrah Visa from Bangladesh — What You Need to Know First

The Umrah visa is a Saudi government permit that allows Muslims to enter the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to perform Umrah at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and visit Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah. It is separate from the Hajj visa. Umrah can be performed at any time of year except during the Hajj season, when the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah temporarily suspends Umrah visa issuance.

All practicing Muslims holding a valid Bangladeshi passport are eligible to apply for an Umrah visa. There is no minimum age requirement, but applicants aged 6 and above must complete biometric enrollment. Minors under 18 must travel with a parent or legal guardian whose visa is linked to theirs.

Who can apply for an Umrah visa from Bangladesh?

Practicing Muslims holding a valid Bangladeshi passport with at least 6 months remaining from the intended date of entry into Saudi Arabia

Pilgrims aged one year and above, subject to Meningitis (ACWY) vaccination requirement

Minors under 18 must travel with a parent or legal guardian — the minor's visa is linked to the guardian's visa application

Women of all ages — under the updated Saudi Vision 2030 regulations, women aged 18 and above may travel without a mahram through a licensed Umrah operator

The critical rule: Bangladeshis cannot apply directly through Nusuk

Saudi Arabia operates the Nusuk platform for Umrah visa applications. However, Bangladeshi passport holders are not eligible to apply directly on Nusuk as individual applicants. The application must go through a Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah licensed operator registered on the Maqam portal — such as UmrahLovers, which holds HAAB membership and IATA accreditation. Your agent submits your documents through the Maqam and Nusuk systems on your behalf.

Two types of Umrah visa available from Bangladesh

Single-entry Umrah visa

Allows one entry to Saudi Arabia. Under 2026 rules, you must enter within 30 days of visa issuance. Once inside, you can stay up to 90 days. Most suitable for first-time pilgrims and standard package travel.

Multiple-entry Umrah visa

Valid for one year from issuance, allowing multiple visits with up to 90 days' stay per visit. Suitable for repeat pilgrims or those with flexible travel plans.

2026 rule change — entry window reduced from 90 to 30 days

Under updated 2026 Saudi regulations, once your Umrah visa is issued you must enter Saudi Arabia within 30 days. The previous rule allowed 90 days from issuance. If you fail to enter within 30 days, the visa expires and you must pay the fee again. Plan your departure date carefully after visa approval.

Required Documents

Umrah Visa Documents Required from Bangladesh — 2026 Checklist

Prepare every document on this list before contacting an Umrah agency. Incomplete submissions are the most common cause of processing delays. UmrahLovers checks every document before submission and notifies you of any issues before the application is lodged.

Standard documents required for all applicants

Valid Bangladeshi passport with at least 6 months remaining from your intended date of entry into Saudi Arabia. Your passport must also have at least two blank pages for stamps.

Two recent passport-size photographs on a plain white background. The photograph must be in colour, facing forward, with a clear view of the full face. No spectacles, no head coverings (except for religious reasons), no shadows.

Completed Umrah visa application form (UmrahLovers completes this on your behalf using the details you provide).

Confirmed Umrah package booking — hotel in Makkah and hotel in Madinah (required). Under the 2026 Nusuk requirement, every visa application must be tied to a confirmed hotel booking and transport arrangement. UmrahLovers handles this as part of your package.

Confirmed return flights or travel itinerary showing your entry and exit dates.

Meningococcal Meningitis (ACWY) vaccination certificate (see Section 5 — Vaccinations).

Biometric enrollment via the Saudi Visa Bio app (see Section 3 — Biometric Registration). This must be completed before the visa can be processed.

Additional documents for specific categories

Women traveling without a mahram (aged 18 and above)

Confirmation of booking through a licensed Umrah operator such as UmrahLovers (HAAB member and IATA accredited) — this is required under the group-travel provision of Saudi's updated mahram regulations

Some applications may require a written confirmation from the licensed operator confirming the pilgrim is part of an organised group travel. UmrahLovers provides this as part of the booking documentation.

Note: The Saudi embassy in Bangladesh may occasionally request additional documentation for women traveling without a mahram. UmrahLovers confirms the exact current requirement at the time of your booking.

Married women traveling with a husband

Marriage certificate (nikah certificate). This confirms the relationship and is required when the wife's visa is linked to her husband's application.

Minors (under 18)

Birth certificate of the minor

Copy of parent or guardian's passport and visa

If the minor is traveling with only one parent: a notarised consent letter from the absent parent

Pilgrims with a previous rejection or overstay on record

Contact UmrahLovers directly before submitting documents. Previous Saudi visa rejections or overstays can affect eligibility and require additional documentation. We assess your situation before lodging an application

2026 Nusuk requirement — hotel and transport booking must be confirmed before visa application

Saudi Arabia introduced a significant change in 2026: every Umrah visa application must be linked to a confirmed hotel booking in Makkah (and typically Madinah) and a confirmed transport arrangement, verified on the Nusuk platform. This means you cannot apply for a standalone Umrah visa without a package that includes confirmed accommodation and ground transport. UmrahLovers handles this requirement as part of every standard Umrah package from Bangladesh. If you are applying for a visa-only arrangement, contact us to discuss the minimum booking required to meet the Nusuk requirement.

Biometric Registration

Biometric Registration — Mandatory for All Bangladeshi Umrah Pilgrims

Bangladesh is among five countries — alongside the UK, Tunisia, Kuwait, and Malaysia — for which Saudi Arabia has made biometric registration mandatory for the Umrah e-visa. This requirement was announced by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah and has been in effect since late 2022. Without completing biometric enrollment, your Umrah e-visa cannot be issued.

The biometric registration is done through the Saudi Visa Bio app, available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store. It collects a facial image and all ten fingerprints through your smartphone camera. You do not need to visit a visa centre or embassy in person for biometric purposes — the app handles the entire process.

Step-by-step: completing biometric enrollment via the Saudi Visa Bio app

Step 1

Download the Saudi Visa Bio app from Google Play Store or Apple App Store. The app is free.

Step 2

Open the app and enter your personal information including your passport details and the visa application number provided by UmrahLovers after your application is lodged.

Step 3

Verify your email address when prompted.

Step 4

Scan your passport using your smartphone camera to verify your identity against the passport photograph.

Step 5

Take a full-face photograph using your smartphone's front camera. Use a plain white wall as the background. Remove spectacles. Ensure even lighting with no shadows. Be inside, not outside in sunlight.

Step 6

Scan all ten fingerprints one by one using your smartphone's rear camera. Do not use the front camera for fingerprints. If your fingerprints are not being detected, slightly moisten your fingertips. Use a dark background behind your hand (a dark surface works well) to improve contrast.

Step 7

Submit. The app confirms completion. All collected data is automatically deleted from the app once enrollment is complete.

Practical tips for elderly pilgrims completing biometric enrollment

Elderly pilgrims frequently have difficulty with fingerprint detection because older fingerprints are sometimes worn or faint. HAAB president M. Shahadat Hossain Taslim acknowledged this issue publicly when the requirement was introduced. Tips that work: moisten all ten fingertips lightly before scanning; use a dark background; scan outdoors in daylight if indoor scanning fails; ask a younger family member to assist with positioning the hand. UmrahLovers can also advise on alternative arrangements if the app process cannot be completed — contact us before your application deadline.

Important: the Saudi Visa Bio app is reported to have a difficult user experience

App store reviews from multiple users (May 2026) report that the fingerprint scanning step is technically difficult and often takes significantly longer than the stated 10 minutes. Common issues: fingerprint not detected, session not saved (requires restart from beginning), facial photo rejected despite using a white background. UmrahLovers' advice: begin the biometric process at least one week before your application deadline so any technical difficulties can be resolved without rushing. Contact us if you encounter repeated failures — we have practical experience helping Bangladeshi pilgrims through this process.

Application Process

How to Apply for an Umrah Visa from Bangladesh Through UmrahLovers

Bangladeshi pilgrims apply for an Umrah visa through a licensed Umrah operator — not directly through the Saudi government’s Nusuk platform. UmrahLovers is HAAB registered and IATA accredited and processes Umrah visas through the Maqam portal as an authorised Saudi Umrah operator. Here is the complete process.

Step 1

Contact UmrahLovers and choose your package

Call or WhatsApp +8801901468557 (Laboni) or +8801979228809 (Nasir). Tell us your preferred travel dates, number of pilgrims, and any specific requirements. We confirm the right package and send you a written quote including your hotel in Makkah, hotel in Madinah, and transport — all of which are required to meet the Nusuk booking requirement before a visa can be applied for.

Step 2

Submit your documents to UmrahLovers

Once your package is confirmed, submit the following to our Dhaka office or by WhatsApp: your passport (clear scan of the photo page and all stamped pages), two passport-size photographs on white background, your Meningitis vaccination certificate, and any additional documents for your category (marriage certificate, birth certificate for minors, etc.).

Step 3

Complete biometric enrollment via the Saudi Visa Bio app

Before we can lodge your visa application, you must complete biometric enrollment via the Saudi Visa Bio app. We send you the application reference number. Download the app from Google Play or App Store, enter the reference number, and complete the facial scan and ten-fingerprint capture. Confirm completion to our team.

Step 4

UmrahLovers lodges your application on the Maqam and Nusuk portal

We upload your documents, package details (hotel BRN — Booking Reference Number, and transport BRN), biometric data link, and vaccination certificate to the Maqam portal, which is connected to the MOFA (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) and Nusuk systems. Your application is formally submitted.

Step 5

Visa issued and delivered

Once the Saudi embassy in Dhaka approves the application, your e-visa is issued. Standard processing: 3 to 7 working days. During Ramadan season, allow 7 to 10 working days or more. We notify you by phone and email the moment your visa is approved. The visa is delivered to you digitally by email and, if you prefer, in person at our Dhaka office in Banani.

Step 6

Check your visa status

You can check the status of your visa application using the MOFA Saudi visa portal at visa.mofa.gov.sa using your application or visa number and passport details. UmrahLovers also tracks your application proactively and notifies you of any updates.

Vaccination Requirements

Vaccination Requirements for Umrah from Bangladesh — 2026

Saudi Arabia requires proof of specific vaccinations before an Umrah visa can be processed. These are health and safety requirements, not optional recommendations. Missing or incorrectly documented vaccinations will cause your visa application to be rejected.

Vaccine	Mandatory / Recommended	Timing	Certificate validity	Notes
Meningococcal Meningitis ACWY	MANDATORY — visa cannot be issued without this	Must be taken at least 10 days before arrival in Saudi Arabia	Conjugate (MenACWY) vaccine: 5 years. Polysaccharide vaccine: 3 years. If vaccine type not stated: counted as 3 years only.	Required for all pilgrims aged 1 year and above. Take the conjugate MenACWY vaccine — it lasts longer.
Influenza (Flu)	Strongly recommended	Before travel	Annual	Saudi Ministry of Health strongly recommends this for all pilgrims, particularly elderly and those with health conditions.
COVID-19	Recommended	Before travel	Check current requirements at time of booking	Confirm current requirements with UmrahLovers at time of booking as policy may change.
Pneumococcal	Recommended for pilgrims aged 65 and above	Before travel	As per doctor's recommendation	Consult your doctor.
Routine vaccines	Ensure all routine vaccinations are up to date	As per schedule	Varies	Including hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid. Check with your doctor at least 4 to 6 weeks before travel.

Where to get the Meningitis ACWY vaccine in Bangladesh

The Meningococcal Meningitis (ACWY) vaccine is available at government-designated travel vaccination centres and at selected private hospitals and clinics in Dhaka, Chittagong, and Sylhet. UmrahLovers can advise you on the nearest authorized vaccination centre to your location. Always keep the original vaccination certificate as it must be submitted with your visa application.

Visa Cost

How Much Does an Umrah Visa Cost from Bangladesh?

The Umrah visa fee from Bangladesh consists of two components: the official Saudi government visa fee and the agent’s service charges and insurance. The total cost varies.

Component	Amount	Notes
Saudi government visa fee	SAR 300 (approximately BDT 9,000 to 10,000 at June 2026 exchange rates)	Fixed official fee. Subject to change. Exchange rate affects BDT equivalent.
Mandatory pilgrimage insurance	Included in the visa fee bundle through the Nusuk system	Saudi Arabia includes mandatory insurance as part of the Nusuk visa issuance. The cost is built into the official fee structure.
Agent service charges	Varies — typically BDT 7,000 to 28,000 above the government fee	Reflects the agent's processing costs, Maqam portal fees, and service quality. Ask for an itemised quote. Avoid agents who cannot explain their fee breakdown.
Total visa processing cost (visa only)	BDT 17,000 to BDT 38,000 per person	The wide range reflects differences between agents and insurance tier. UmrahLovers provides a transparent itemised breakdown before any payment is made.
Visa fee as part of a full Umrah package	Included in the package price — no separate visa charge	When you book a full Umrah package with UmrahLovers, the visa fee is included in the total package price. You do not pay a separate visa fee on top of the package. The package starts from BDT 1,50,000 for a 7-day standard package.

Overcharging warning — always ask for an itemised quote

Umrah visa agent fees in Bangladesh vary significantly and overcharging is a known issue. If an agency cannot provide an itemised breakdown of the visa fee, insurance cost, and service charge separately, do not proceed. A reputable agency like UmrahLovers provides a written quote showing every component before any payment is made. The total of BDT 17,000 to BDT 38,000 is the verified market range for visa-only arrangements. Any quote significantly above BDT 38,000 for a visa-only arrangement warrants scrutiny.

Visa Validity

Umrah Visa Validity and What Happens If You Overstay

Understanding your visa validity is essential. The rules have changed in 2026 and overstaying carries serious consequences.

Visa validity rules (2026)

Single-entry Umrah visa: you must enter Saudi Arabia within 30 days of the visa being issued. Previously 90 days — this was reduced in 2026. Once inside, you may stay for up to 90 days.

Multiple-entry Umrah visa: valid for one year from issuance. Each stay may be up to 90 days.

The validity dates printed on your actual issued visa are the ones that count. Always check the physical visa before travelling.

The Umrah visa permits travel to Jeddah, Makkah, and Madinah only. Travel outside these cities may violate the visa conditions.

An Umrah visa does not permit you to perform Hajj. A separate Hajj permit is required to perform Hajj.

Overstay penalties

Overstaying your Umrah visa is a serious offence under Saudi law

Saudi Arabia imposes strict penalties on pilgrims who remain in the Kingdom beyond their permitted visa dates. Penalties include fines of up to SAR 50,000, deportation, and potential bans on future entry to Saudi Arabia. Every year, Bangladeshi pilgrims face consequences for overstaying — many attempting to perform Hajj on an Umrah visa. This is prohibited. If you remain in Saudi Arabia beyond the Umrah visa exit deadline, you risk all three penalties regardless of the reason for the overstay. Book your return flight well in advance of your visa expiry date.

Umrah visa versus Hajj visa

An Umrah visa is not valid for Hajj. Hajj requires a separate government-allocated permit coordinated through the Bangladesh Hajj Office and licensed Hajj agencies. Saudi Arabia enforces this strictly each year. If you attempt to perform Hajj on an Umrah visa, you are not authorised to access the Hajj sites and face deportation and future entry bans.

Why Choose

Why Bangladeshi Pilgrims Choose UmrahLovers for Umrah Visa Processing

Any HAAB-registered agency can process an Umrah visa from Bangladesh. Here is why our pilgrims choose UmrahLovers specifically.

HAAB member and IATA accredited — verified registration

UmrahLovers is a registered member of HAAB (Hajj Agencies Association of Bangladesh) and holds IATA (International Air Transport Association) accreditation. Both are required for legitimate Umrah visa processing from Bangladesh. Our HAAB membership can be independently verified. Do not use an agency that cannot confirm active HAAB membership — unlicensed operators do not have legitimate access to the Maqam portal and cannot legally process your Umrah visa.

Transparent, itemised pricing in writing before any payment

We send every pilgrim a written quote showing the visa fee, insurance component, and service charge separately before any payment is made. If something is not clear, we explain it. We do not take payment and then explain the fees.

Standard processing: 1 to 3 working days in most cases

Our established Maqam portal access and documentation checking process means most standard Umrah visa applications are submitted and approved within 1 to 3 working days outside peak season. During Ramadan, allow 5 to 7 working days. We track every application and notify pilgrims the moment the visa is issued.

Guidance through the biometric app process

The Saudi Visa Bio app causes difficulty for many Bangladeshi pilgrims, particularly elderly ones. Our team guides every pilgrim through the biometric enrollment process step by step and has practical experience with the common failure points. We do not simply send you a link and leave you to manage it alone.

Physical office in Mecca, Saudi Arabia for any on-ground issues

Our office at Hujra Street, Mecca, Saudi Arabia 24231 means that if there is any issue at the Saudi border with your visa documentation, someone is physically present to assist. This is not a theoretical benefit — it has resolved situations for our pilgrims on multiple occasions.

Founder and CEO

All visa requirements, fees, processing timelines, biometric requirements, vaccination specifications, season dates, and penalty information on this page were verified in June 2026 against official Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah sources, the Saudi Visa Bio app official descriptions, verified travel industry sources including Wego Travel Blog (May 2026 update), and Bangladeshi news reports from The Business Standard Bangladesh and The Daily Star Bangladesh.

Page Accuracy Notice

Umrah visa requirements change. Saudi Arabia updates its visa rules, fee structures, biometric requirements, and season dates regularly. UmrahLovers commits to reviewing and updating this page before each Umrah season (approximately every 6 months). If you are reading this page outside June 2026, verify current requirements with us directly before applying. The fastest way: WhatsApp +8801901468557.

FAQ

Umrah Visa from Bangladesh — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for an Umrah visa from Bangladesh?

Bangladeshi passport holders cannot apply for an Umrah visa directly through Saudi Arabia’s Nusuk platform. You must apply through a licensed Umrah operator registered on the Saudi Maqam portal — such as UmrahLovers, which holds HAAB membership and IATA accreditation. The process: submit your passport, photographs, vaccination certificate, and biometric enrollment (via the Saudi Visa Bio app) to UmrahLovers. We lodge the application on the Maqam and Nusuk systems on your behalf. Standard processing: 3 to 7 working days.

What documents do I need for an Umrah visa from Bangladesh?

Standard documents: valid Bangladeshi passport with at least 6 months remaining from your entry date into Saudi Arabia; two recent passport-size photographs on a white background; completed Meningitis ACWY vaccination certificate (taken at least 10 days before travel); confirmed hotel booking in Makkah and transport arrangement (required under 2026 Nusuk rules); and completed biometric enrollment via the Saudi Visa Bio app. Women traveling without a mahram also need confirmation of group booking through a licensed operator. Additional documents apply for married couples and minors.

How much does an Umrah visa cost from Bangladesh?

The total cost of an Umrah visa from Bangladesh ranges from BDT 17,000 to BDT 38,000 per person, depending on the agent’s service charges and insurance tier. The official Saudi government visa fee is SAR 300 (approximately BDT 9,000 to 10,000 at June 2026 exchange rates). Agent service charges account for the difference. When you book a full Umrah package with UmrahLovers, the visa fee is included in the package price — there is no separate visa fee on top.

How long does Umrah visa processing take from Bangladesh?

Standard Umrah visa processing from Bangladesh takes 3 to 7 working days after all documents are submitted completely and correctly. During Ramadan season, allow 7 to 10 working days or longer. UmrahLovers processes most standard applications within 1 to 3 working days outside peak season. The most common cause of delays is incomplete biometric enrollment or incorrect documents. Apply at least 2 to 3 weeks before your intended departure, and 3 to 4 weeks before Ramadan travel.

Is biometric registration mandatory for Bangladeshi Umrah pilgrims?

Yes. Bangladesh is among five countries — alongside the UK, Tunisia, Kuwait, and Malaysia — for which Saudi Arabia requires mandatory biometric registration for the Umrah e-visa. This was announced by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah and confirmed by the Saudi embassy in Dhaka. Biometric enrollment is completed via the Saudi Visa Bio app (available on Google Play and App Store), which collects a facial image and all ten fingerprints. The process takes approximately 10 minutes. Your Umrah e-visa cannot be issued until biometric enrollment is completed and linked to your application.

Can women apply for an Umrah visa without a mahram from Bangladesh?

Yes, under the current Saudi Arabia regulations. Women aged 18 and above may now travel for Umrah without a male mahram, provided they travel through a licensed Umrah operator such as UmrahLovers. This change was introduced as part of Saudi Vision 2030. Some operators may have additional documentation requirements for women traveling without a mahram — confirm the current requirements with UmrahLovers at the time of your booking, as requirements can change. The classical Islamic scholarly debate on mahram for travel is separate from the current Saudi legal position.

When is the Umrah visa closed for Hajj 2026?

For Hajj 2026 (1447 AH), the Umrah visa season was already closed before Hajj. The confirmed dates were: last visa issuance 19 March 2026, last entry to Saudi Arabia 2 April 2026, last permitted departure 18 April 2026. The new Umrah season (1448 AH) reopened in mid-June 2026 following the conclusion of Hajj around 29 May 2026. If you are reading this in the new season, Umrah visa applications are currently being processed normally. For Ramadan 2027 packages, contact us now — hotel availability near Masjid al-Haram is limited months in advance.

What happens if I overstay my Umrah visa in Saudi Arabia?

Overstaying your Umrah visa is a serious offence under Saudi law. Penalties include fines of up to SAR 50,000, deportation from Saudi Arabia, and potential bans on future entry to the Kingdom. Saudi Arabia enforces these penalties strictly, particularly on pilgrims who remain beyond the pre-Hajj visa exit deadline to attempt Hajj on an Umrah visa — which is prohibited. Always book your return flight well before your visa expiry date. If you encounter an issue that may cause you to overstay, contact UmrahLovers’ Mecca office immediately at +966575219040.

Can I use a Saudi tourist visa to perform Umrah from Bangladesh?

In general, Bangladeshi passport holders are not eligible for the Saudi e-tourist visa unless they hold a valid previously-used US, UK, or Schengen visa. Standard Saudi tourist visa eligibility for Bangladeshis follows a separate process through the Saudi embassy. If you hold a valid UK, US, or Schengen visa and are eligible for the Saudi tourist e-visa, that visa also allows Umrah outside the Hajj season. For most Bangladeshi pilgrims without these endorsements, the standard Umrah visa through a licensed operator is the correct route. Contact UmrahLovers to confirm the right visa type for your specific situation.

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