Query on entrance on 11th April
I’m visiting family in Riyadh from 5 April 2026 (first entry to Saudi) and planned a 2-day Umrah from 11–13 April via Riyadh - Jeddah flight. I’ve already booked hotels and flights so it’s really stressing me out.
I’ve read Saudi closes Umrah entry after 2–3 April 2026, with all pilgrims out by 18 April for Hajj prep.
• Can I still do Umrah if I enter KSA on 5 April (after entry deadline)?
• Is there a difference between Umrah visa vs tourist eVisa for this?
• Any way around it, or is it impossible?
Details: UK citizen, planning tourist eVisa (or Umrah visa?), domestic flight only for Jeddah.
Appreciate advice from those up to date - jazakAllah khair!
Posted Feb 26, 2026, 2:01 PM UTC
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