Finally, the wait for our potential Umrah pilgrims from all over the world is now over. Saudi Arabia has taken a great step regarding travel restrictions in the kingdom. It is clearly mentioned in the Saudi Gazette on 13th Sept 2020 that Saudi Arabia will lift all the travel restrictions from 1st Jan 2020. Anybody will be able to travel throughout the kingdom with safety measures.
A certified source from the interior ministry of Saudi Arabia said, “a plan to lift the suspension of Umrah services will be announced gradually, based on what will be decided independently later in this regard, in light of the developments related to the pandemic”.
As this matter has come to light by their officials Umrah agents can book Umrah packages 2021 and help the pilgrims to perform this pious activity. wether you are traveling from the UK or anywhere else you should follow precautionary measures.
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Pilgrims, including Saudi citizens and expatriates, from the October 4th. In the first phase, only 4000 people per day will be allowed to enter Masjid-al-Haram to perform Umrah. In the second phase the no. will be extended to 15,000 as well and 40,000 from the 18th of October.
The third phase will start from 1st November including 20,000 pilgrims and 60,000 worshippers allowed to be entered in Masjid-al-Haram with safety precautions. The fourth and final process is to turn the routine of Masjid-al-Haram normal. It means you will be able to book November Umrah Packages 2020 without any hassle.
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