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Most Umrah visa problems come from a few avoidable issues: a passport with under six months' validity, hotel bookings that don't cover every night, names that don't match the passport exactly, unclear scans, or a previous overstay or violation in Saudi Arabia. Fix the cause before reapplying; resubmitting the same documents rarely helps.
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Common causes and fixes
| Issue | How to fix it |
|---|---|
| Passport valid under 6 months | Renew the passport, then apply |
| Gap nights in hotel bookings | Book every night across all cities |
| Name spelling differs from passport | Use the exact passport spelling everywhere |
| Blurry or cropped passport scan | Rescan in colour with all edges visible |
| Previous overstay or violation | Ask us before applying; we cannot override a ban |
Source: KSA Visa platform — Umrah visa details; Al Arabiya (16 Jun 2025) — confirmed hotel bookings via Nusuk Masar required for Umrah visas; Saudi Press Agency — Ministry of Interior on visa overstay penalties
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Send us the message you received. We check what caused the problem and tell you honestly whether a new application can succeed. No provider can guarantee approval — the decision is Saudi Arabia's.
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Can I reapply after an Umrah visa refusal?
Usually yes, once the cause is fixed. If the refusal relates to a past violation or ban, a new application may not succeed.
Does Marhaba Haji guarantee visa approval?
No. Visas are issued by Saudi Arabia. We check documents before submission to avoid avoidable mistakes.
Sources
- KSA Visa platform — Umrah visa details (official)
- Al Arabiya (16 Jun 2025) — confirmed hotel bookings via Nusuk Masar required for Umrah visas (reported / provider)
- Saudi Press Agency — Ministry of Interior on visa overstay penalties (official)
Saudi visa rules change. Checked on 21 October 2026; always confirm on the official platform before you travel. Marhaba Haji is a private travel company, not a government service, and cannot guarantee any visa decision.