Key points
- Azerbaijani citizens can get the Saudi tourist e visa online. It is valid for one year, allows multiple entries and stays of up to 90 days per visit.
- The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah allows Umrah on all visa types, including the tourist e visa. Hajj is not allowed on a tourist visa.
- Before you go to the Grand Mosque for Umrah, book a free Umrah permit in the Nusuk app.
- The e visa price includes mandatory health insurance. The official portal shows the exact amount before you pay.
- You can also travel with an approved Umrah agency, which arranges an Umrah visa and a package for you.
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Which visa do Azerbaijanis need for Umrah?
Most Azerbaijani pilgrims now use the Saudi tourist e visa. Azerbaijan was added to the list of countries eligible for the Saudi visitor e visa in 2023, and the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah allows people on tourist and visit visas to perform Umrah during their stay.
The second way is an Umrah visa through an approved Umrah company, using the ministry's platform for licensed agents. This suits groups, older pilgrims and anyone who wants flights, hotels and transport in one package. For other destinations, see where Azerbaijani passports can travel.
| Route | Who applies | Good for | Official cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist e visa | You, online | Independent travellers, families, Umrah plus sightseeing | Shown on the portal, health insurance included |
| Umrah visa via an approved agency | The agency | Groups and full packages | Visa fee plus the agency package price |
| Umrah permit in Nusuk | You, in the app | Everyone performing Umrah | Free |
The tourist e visa does not allow Hajj. Hajj has its own visa and quota, arranged through official Hajj channels in Azerbaijan.
Saudi tourist e visa: the key facts
- Apply only on the official portal, visa.visitsaudi.com.
- Valid for one year from issue, with multiple entries.
- Each visit can last up to 90 days.
- Mandatory health insurance is part of the price.
- The portal shows the total fee before payment. Pay by card online.
- The visa does not allow work or Hajj.
Umrah from Azerbaijan, step by step
- 1
Check your passport
Make sure your passport is valid well beyond your trip; 6 months is a safe margin for Saudi Arabia. If it runs out soon, renew it first.
- 2
Apply for the e visa
On visa.visitsaudi.com, choose Azerbaijan as your nationality, fill in your passport and travel details, upload a photo and pay. The visa usually arrives by email.
- 3
Book flights and hotels
Fly to Jeddah or Madinah. Choose hotels close to the Haram if you travel with elderly family members.
- 4
Install Nusuk
Download the official Nusuk app or use the Nusuk website, create an account with your visa and passport details and link family members.
- 5
Book the Umrah permit
In Nusuk, choose the Umrah permit service, pick a date and time slot and issue the permit. It is free. Book the visit to the Rawdah in Madinah the same way.
- 6
Travel and perform Umrah
Carry your passport, the e visa and the Nusuk permit on your phone. Enter Makkah with your permit at the time you booked.
What Umrah costs to plan for
The visa is a small part of the total. Prices change by season, so plan with ranges and check current amounts on the official portal and with airlines.
| Item | Who sets the price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist e visa with insurance | Saudi government | Shown on visa.visitsaudi.com before you pay |
| Umrah permit | Ministry of Hajj and Umrah | Free in Nusuk |
| Flights Baku to Jeddah or Madinah | Airlines | Highest in Ramadan and school holidays |
| Hotels in Makkah and Madinah | Hotels | Closer to the Haram costs more |
| Agency package | The agency | Should list visa, flights, hotels and transport separately |
Practical tips for Azerbaijani pilgrims
- Ramadan is the busiest time. Book permits and hotels early.
- Women, children and older pilgrims: check the latest Saudi rules on travelling with or without a mahram and on health requirements in Nusuk and on the official visa portal before you book.
- Check vaccination and health rules for pilgrims on official Saudi sites before you fly.
- Keep copies of your passport and visa on your phone and in your bag.
- If you lose your passport in Saudi Arabia, the Embassy of Azerbaijan can issue a return certificate to get you home. See renewing an Azerbaijani passport abroad.
- Set a passport expiry reminder in Sroky so your next trip is not blocked by an old passport.
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Frequently asked questions
Can Azerbaijanis perform Umrah on a Saudi tourist visa?
Yes. The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah allows Umrah on all visa types, including the tourist e visa. You still need a free Umrah permit in Nusuk.
Can I perform Hajj on the tourist e visa?
No. Hajj needs a special Hajj visa within the national quota, arranged through official Hajj channels.
How long is the Saudi e visa valid?
One year from issue, with multiple entries and stays of up to 90 days per visit.
How much is the Saudi tourist e visa for Azerbaijanis?
The price includes health insurance and can change. The official portal visa.visitsaudi.com shows the exact total before you pay.
Is the Nusuk Umrah permit free?
Yes. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah lists the Umrah permit service in Nusuk as free and issued immediately.
Do I need an agency for Umrah?
No. You can do everything yourself with the e visa and Nusuk. An approved agency is useful if you want a full package.
Official sources
- Saudi eVisa official portal
- Ministry of Hajj and Umrah: Umrah on all visa types
- Ministry of Hajj and Umrah: Umrah permit application
- Deloitte: Saudi visitor e visa extended to Azerbaijan and seven more countries
Sroky is a private service and is not part of the government of Azerbaijan. This guide is general information, not legal advice. Rules change: the official source always applies. Disclaimer