Umrah is considered to be the most sacred and important religious pilgrimage center for Muslims around the world. Recently, the Haj Ministry of Saudi Arabia has introduced a new digital platform as a necessary step to make Umrah’s visit easier. Saudi Arabia’s move is considered a gift for those who use it.

This digital platform will facilitate people to easily book visa application as well as booking of other services. Its special thing is that this site will provide all the facilities in one place. Every Muslim wishes to perform Umrah once in his entire life. Umrah takes several days, Umrah can be completed from a few hours to a day.

Passengers going to Umrah apply

Saudi Arabia’s Haj and Umrah Ministry has started ‘Nusuk Umrah Seva’, with the help of which passengers going to Umrah can apply for Visa and will get all the facilities online. Anyone can apply from the official page by going to umrah.nusuk.sa.

According to the official website of Nusuk Umrah Seva, Nusuk Umrah offers a new digital option for Muslims planning a religious pilgrimage outside Saudi Arabia. This app is available on Google Play Store. This app provides e-visa, hotel booking, transport, cultural excursion and support services.

How to apply?

1. Create an account: Visit Nusuk Umrah Seva website or download the Nusuk app from Google Play Store. After this, enter your information and register.

2. Fill the personal details: Enter ID or passport number, mobile number, email, nationality and date of birth.

3. Verify: Verify the account by entering the security code sent on your phone or email.

4. Choose Umrah Seva: Select ‘Umrah Service’ from the menu and then choose the date and time of your choice.

5. Add people: If you are traveling with family or friends, then fill their details.

6. Review and confirm: Read all the instructions carefully. Agree with conditions and terms.

7. Pay online: Pay from safe options available on the platform. As soon as the payment is completed, your e-visa will be released in a few minutes.

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Saudi Arabia Arrest Illegal Residents: In Saudi Arabia, strict security arrangements have been made before Haj 2025. Action is being taken against the people living uninterrupted by running a comprehensive campaign across the country. According to the report of the Saudi press agency, 18,407 people have been arrested in just one week, who have violated the residency, labor or border security rules. This campaign is a strict step towards maintaining law and order in the country during Haj.

Among these arrests, the maximum number of migrants who violated Residency Law. Under this, a total of 12,995 people have been caught. After this, 3,512 people were caught illegally crossing the border and 1,900 people were caught on charges of violation of labor law.

Ethiopian and Yemen’s people the most
The special thing is that among those who were illegally trying to enter Saudi Arabia, 66 percent of Ethiopian, 28 percent of Yemen were from the country and the rest from other countries. Apart from this, 67 people were caught trying to escape from Saudi and 21 people were arrested for giving shelter or helping illegal migrants.

What is the punishment for illegal entry?
The Saudi Interior Ministry provides for those who helped in illegal entry, a fine of up to 15 years, a fine of up to 1 million (₹ 2.3 crore) and strict punishment for the seizure of the vehicle/property. The purpose of this strictness is to maintain the security and arrangements of the country during Haj. The ministry has also urged the citizens to report any suspicious activity in Mecca and Riyadh areas on 911 and in other parts of the country to 999 or 996.

Can people with visit visas do Haj?
The Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia has clarified that people on visit visas will not be allowed to do Haj 2025. This rule is applicable for the last few years but this time will be more strictly followed. If a person, whether he is a citizen, a resident or a tourist, enters the Grand Mosque or other holy sites like Meena, Arafat and Mujdalifa without Haj Permit, he will be fined SR 10,000 (₹ 2.3 lakh). If a person does this again and again, the fine can be doubled. This strictness is part of the strategy of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in which he has directed to implement strict visa rules to ensure safe and well -organized Haj.

Saudi government strategy during Hajj
Every year millions of people come to Saudi Arabia to participate in Haj, making it one of the largest religious events in the world. This increases the challenges of mob management, health services, and security. The Saudi government has started using technology, artificial intelligence and advanced supervision system to ensure that the activities of Haj pilgrims can be tracked. Any emergency can be dealt with immediately.

Big action to make security system agitated
Prior to Haj 2025, Saudi Arabia has taken major action to make the security system fit. This is an important step to protect the country’s borders, enforce visa rules and to maintain the dignity of religious places. Citizens and visitors should fully follow Saudi laws so that they can avoid any kind of legal action.