Umrah is a journey that a lot of Muslims look forward to and is considered to be a smaller version of Hajj with lesser rites and smaller duration. It is very different from Hajj, but since it is the Sunnah of the Prophet (PBUH) Muslims put it in high regard. It is a dream of every Muslim to perform Hajj and Umrah. The Saudi authorities issue visas to Muslims only for Umrah and they decide the rules, regulations for issuing of visa. Usually, if you go through a travel agency, you will get your visa within a few weeks and it is generally preferred to go through an agency. One should be well aware of the latest Umrah visa limits that have been applied by the Saudi authorities.
For Umrah pilgrims 2014, the Umrah visa has been limited to14 days only. Your visa will be stamped allowing you to stay for a maximum of 2
weeks only. This has been done due to some construction work going on at the
Mataf. The 'Mataf' is the circumambulation area around the Ka'aba and some work
is being done so that more people can be accommodated in the future. Seeing the
surge of Muslims coming to Mecca for Hajj and Umrah 2014, the Saudi authorities
have decided to make it more spacious. For this reason, the Saudi authorities
have not stopped pilgrims from coming to Mecca but have out a few Umrah visa
Limits.
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A lot of people have been shocked and hurt by this step
because they wish to stay for more days as they are spending a lot of money.
People also wish to stay in Mecca and perform as many Umrahs as they can but
this limitation will not allow them to do so. However, all future pilgrims
should realize that this is being done in the favor of future Hajj and Muslim
pilgrims. This way, more people will be able to perform Hajj and it will also
be much easier to do so. The Saudi embassies have informed the respective
governments of the countries from where Muslims come to Saudi.
You should register with a reliable British hajj travel tour
organizer or travel agency to be able to get all the latest news and
information regarding Hajj and Umrah. This will enable you to be aware of all
the happenings and know when and where to spend your money. If this is the
first time you are performing Umrah or Hajj, you should go to a trustworthy and
certified British Hajj and Umrah Travel agency who can guide you properly.
There are many good travel agencies in United Kingdom that have an excellent
repute with the Saudi authorities and can get visas quickly and easily. These
certified agencies have professional tour guides who will guide and aid in you
every step towards Hajj and Umrah.
Umrahs visas valid for two weeks are to be acted upon
immediately so make sure you apply for yourself and your family at one time so
you can travel together. You will need to make hotel bookings in advance to
attaining the visa so that you can leave as soon as you get your visa.
