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Umrah Visa Applicants Now Required to Upload Hotel Bookings via Nusuk Masar
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced that confirmed hotel bookings through the Nusuk Masar platform are now mandatory for all Umrah visa applicants for the 1447H season.
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Key Details
New Requirement
- Official Announcement: The Ministry confirmed this requirement on its official X platform, stating: “To improve service standards and enrich the pilgrim experience, housing documentation through Nusuk Masar is now required for all 1447H Umrah visa issuances.”
Accommodation Regulations
- Licensed Hotels: All Umrah operators and agents must limit accommodations to hotels that are licensed and approved by the Ministry of Tourism.
- Documentation: Contracts must be documented and uploaded via the Nusuk Masar platform to ensure transparency and quality assurance.
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Compliance and Consequences
- The Ministry warned that failure to comply with this new requirement could lead to:
- Visa delays
- Visa rejections
- Financial penalties
Nusuk Masar Platform
- The Nusuk Masar platform serves as the central portal for managing all Umrah-related services, including:
- Hotel bookings
- Housing contract uploads
- Permit management
- Access to multilingual travel materials
This initiative aims to enhance the overall pilgrim experience and ensure high standards of service during the Umrah season.
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