Umrah Entry Exit Dates 2026 | When Does Umrah Close For Hajj 2026
The last entry date for pilgrims to offer their Umrah 2026 in Saudi Arabia is expected to be 3rd April, 2026, with the Last day of Umrah visa issuance is 20th March, 2026.
Saudi authorities and the ministry of religious affairs have officially declared the outlook of the 2026 Umrah season, with all pilgrims required to depart by April 18, 2026. This essential date is mandatory for the pilgrims to follow and exit as after it the time arrives when Makkah starts its preparations for the upcoming Hajj 2026, as it will be difficult to manage the early arrivals of the performers. The government has announced that all the activities during Umrah must be concluded by the month’ end. Which means that the finalized departures are expected to be around April, as the entire significance will be diverted towards Hajj practice. The date of departure accords with 1 Dhul Qadah 1447 in the Islamic calendar, promoting the official end of the Umrah season and the beginning of Hajj preparations.
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Umrah 2026 Essentials Dates that You Need to Know
If you are planning to perform your Umrah in 2026 before the Hajj arrives, it is important to learn about the predicted dates for a convenient journey ahead. With Dua Travels’ blog post you can figure out all essential dates for Umrah 2026.
| Gregorian Dates | Hijri Dates | Description |
| March 20, 2026 | 1st Shawwal, 1447H | Last day to issue Umrah visas |
| April 3, 2026 | 15th Shawwal, 1447H | The final date for Umrah pilgrims to enter before Hajj 2026 arrives. |
| April 13, 2026 | 25th of Shawwal,1447 | Extended date for UK passport holders, UK nationals and Tourist visa holders (exit from makkah) |
| April 18, 2026 | 1st Dhu al-Qadah, 1447H | Last day to exit the Saudi Arabia for the preparations of Hajj to start |
FINAL ENTRY DEADLINE
April 3, 2026 (15 Shawwal 1447H)
April 3, 2026, The final call for Umrah pilgrims to make their presence in Saudi Arabia. Pilgrims who have attained approved visas must make their final entry by this announced date. There will be no new Umrah entries permitted after the final date of April 3, 2026, as Saudi Arabia starts the preparation for Hajj season with restrictions and pilgrim transitions as the new arrivals will be entering the holyland.
Note:
Pilgrims who are UK nationals or hold a tourist visa are recommended to make their entry by 13th of April as this is the last date for UK nationals to depart from Makkah.
MANDATORY DEPARTURE
April 18, 2026 (1 Dhu al-Qadah 1447)
It is essential for all the performers to leave Saudi Arabia by the announced date so that there are no inconveniences faced by anyone. This important date features the arrival of authentic and organised Hajj preparations. Therefore no Umrah performers are allowed to remain in the premises beyond April 18, 2026 to make sure that the upcoming holy pilgrimage is going to be exclusive with important precautions and restrictions set to follow in order to maintain the decorum of the HolyLand.
Here you can learn about all the Important Islamic Dates in 2026!
