Quick answer
Yes. Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah allows visitors on all visa types, including the tourist eVisa, to perform Umrah outside the Hajj season. The tourist eVisa is a one-year, multiple-entry visa allowing up to 90 days in the country. Most Indian passport holders living in India are not eligible for it on their passport alone, so they normally use an Umrah visa.
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Who may qualify
- Indian passport holders with certain valid visas or residence permits from the US, UK or Schengen area, or a GCC residence permit, may qualify — eligibility is set by Saudi Arabia and changes.
- Check your own case on the official Saudi eVisa portal or with our free Saudi Visa Checker.
- If you hold only an Indian passport, use an Umrah visa.
Source: Saudi eVisa portal; Ministry of Tourism — Tourist visa regulations
Tourist eVisa or Umrah visa?
| Tourist eVisa | Umrah visa | |
|---|---|---|
| Umrah allowed | Yes, outside Hajj season | Yes |
| Validity | One year, multiple entry | Stay up to 90 days |
| Travel around Saudi Arabia | Yes | Yes |
| Hajj | Not permitted | Not permitted |
| Indian passport alone | Usually not eligible | Eligible |
Source: Ministry of Hajj and Umrah — Umrah allowed for visitors on all visa types; Ministry of Tourism — Tourist visa regulations; Gulf News (20 Jun 2024) — Ministry of Hajj and Umrah on the 90-day Umrah visa
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Can I do Umrah on a tourist visa?
Yes, outside the Hajj season. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah allows Umrah on all visa types. You still need to book your Umrah through Nusuk.
Can Indians get the Saudi tourist eVisa?
Only some — typically those holding certain US, UK or Schengen visas or residence, or GCC residence. Check eligibility on the official portal or our Saudi Visa Checker.
Can I perform Hajj on a tourist or Umrah visa?
No. Hajj requires a Hajj visa issued through approved Hajj channels.
Sources
- Ministry of Hajj and Umrah — Umrah allowed for visitors on all visa types (official)
- Ministry of Tourism — Tourist visa regulations (official)
- Saudi eVisa portal (official)
- Gulf News (20 Jun 2024) — Ministry of Hajj and Umrah on the 90-day Umrah visa (reported / provider)
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.