Baghdad Ziyarat

Sa'i is walking seven times between Safa and Marwah, following the footsteps of Hazrat Hajra (AS).

Yes. You may perform Umrah again during your stay if you follow the latest Saudi guidelines and obtain any required permits.

Yes. A pilgrim (mu'tamir) can enter Saudi Arabia through one airport, seaport, or land border and leave through a different approved entry or exit point, as long as the travel complies with the Saudi Umrah Visa regulations and is completed within the visa's validity period.

This flexibility allows pilgrims to plan a more convenient journey, whether they arrive in Jeddah, Madinah, or another approved location and depart from a different city after completing their Umrah pilgrimage or Ziyarat tour.

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Yes. There is no fixed limit on performing Umrah, but you must follow the latest Saudi guidelines and obtain any required permits.

Tawaf is one of the most important acts of worship during Hajj and Umrah. During Tawaf, pilgrims walk around the Holy Kaaba seven times in an anti-clockwise direction as an act of obedience, love, and devotion to Allah.

This beautiful ritual follows the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (???) and symbolizes the unity of Muslims from around the world. Regardless of nationality, language, or background, millions of believers worship together around one sacred center???the Kaaba in Masjid Al-Haram, Makkah.

Tawaf also reminds Muslims to keep Allah at the center of their lives, showing complete faith, humility, and submission to Him.

No. You should arrive at the time mentioned on your Umrah Permit. If you miss your scheduled time, you will need to book a new Umrah permit after the current one expires.

Pack light clothing, Ihram, a prayer mat, comfortable footwear, personal medicines, a reusable water bottle, and a copy of your travel documents.

Hajj is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and is compulsory once in a lifetime for every Muslim who is physically and financially able. 

1. Make Your Intention (Niyyah)

Begin your Hajj with a sincere intention to perform it only for the sake of Allah.

2. Enter the State of Ihram

Wear Ihram before reaching the Miqat and recite the Talbiyah.

3. Perform Tawaf

Walk around the Holy Kaaba seven times in Masjid Al-Haram.

4. Perform Sa'i

Walk seven times between the hills of Safa and Marwah.

5. Stay in Mina

On 8th Dhul Hijjah, travel to Mina and spend the day in prayer.

6. Stand at Arafat

On 9th Dhul Hijjah, spend the day in Arafat making Dua and asking Allah for forgiveness.

7. Stay at Muzdalifah

After sunset, travel to Muzdalifah, pray, rest overnight, and collect pebbles.

8. Perform Rami

Throw pebbles at Jamrat al-Aqabah in Mina to symbolize rejecting evil.

9. Offer Qurbani

If required, perform Qurbani (animal sacrifice) according to your Hajj type.

10. Shave or Trim Your Hair

Men shave or trim their hair, while women cut a small portion of their hair.

11. Perform Tawaf Al-Ifadah

Return to Makkah and perform Tawaf Al-Ifadah and Sa'i (if required).

12. Complete Rami and Farewell Tawaf

Continue Rami on the following days, then perform Tawaf Al-Wida (Farewell Tawaf) before leaving Makkah.

The validity of a Saudi Tourist Visa depends on the visa issued. Always check your visa approval for the exact validity period and permitted length of stay.

The Saudi Transit/Stopover Visa application is quick and usually takes just a few minutes when booking your flight with Saudia or Flynas. In most cases, the visa is processed and issued electronically shortly after your application is submitted.