Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a Muslim
- Valid Bangladeshi passport with at least 6 months validity
- Women under 45 must travel with a Mahram
- Women 45+ may travel in organized group
- No previous Hajj/Umrah restriction
- Meningitis (ACWY) vaccination required
Required Documents
7 mandatory documents · 0 supporting documents recommended
Mandatory Documents
Valid Passport
RequiredMinimum 6 months validity.
Umrah Visa Application Form
RequiredForm provided by licensed Umrah travel agent.
Passport-Sized Photos (4)
RequiredWhite background, taken within last 3 months.
Meningitis Vaccination Certificate
RequiredMandatory for all Umrah pilgrims. Certificate must be issued at least 10 days before travel.
Confirmed Return Air Ticket
RequiredRound-trip air ticket to Saudi Arabia.
Hotel/Accommodation in Makkah and Madinah
RequiredConfirmed hotel bookings. Travel agent normally arranges as part of Umrah package.
NID/National ID Card
RequiredCopy of National Identity Card.
Step-by-Step Application Process
Choose Licensed Umrah Travel Agent
Select a Saudi Ministry of Hajj-licensed Umrah travel agent in Bangladesh.
Select Umrah Package
Choose a package including visa, flights, hotel. Ramadan packages are most expensive.
Get Meningitis Vaccination
Get the mandatory ACWY Meningitis vaccine at least 10 days before departure.
Submit Documents to Travel Agent
Hand over all required documents. Agent submits to Royal Saudi Embassy on your behalf.
Collect Passport with Visa
After 2-4 weeks, collect passport with Umrah visa stamp from agent.
Travel to Saudi Arabia
Travel to Jeddah or Madinah Airport. Present passport, visa, and vaccination certificate.
Fees Breakdown
All fees are approximate. Exchange rates change — confirm current amounts before applying.
| Fee Type | Amount (BDT) |
|---|---|
| Saudi Umrah Visa Fee | 8,500–10,000 |
| Meningitis Vaccination | 1,500–3,000 |
| Travel Agent Service Charge | 2,000–5,000 |
| Umrah Package (flights + hotel + visa) | 80,000–250,000+ |
* Fees subject to change. Always verify on the official visa portal or VFS Global website before applying.
Processing Time
Umrah visa processing through licensed agent typically takes 2–4 weeks. During Ramadan apply 6-8 weeks early.
Where to Apply in Bangladesh
Must apply through licensed Bangladeshi Umrah travel agency which submits to: Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia, Visa Section, Dhaka.
Common Rejection Reasons
Avoid these common mistakes that cause visa refusals:
- Using an unlicensed travel agent
- Missing or expired Meningitis vaccination
- Passport validity less than 6 months
- Woman under 45 without a Mahram
- Applying during Hajj season blackout period
Frequently Asked Questions — Saudi Arabia Umrah / Hajj Visa
Q1. Can I get an Umrah visa without a travel agent?
No. Saudi Umrah visas for Bangladeshi citizens must be obtained through Saudi Ministry of Hajj-licensed travel agents. Individual direct applications are not processed.
Q2. Do women need a Mahram for Umrah?
Women under 45 must travel with a Mahram. Women 45 and above may travel in an organized group without individual Mahram.
Q3. Is Meningitis vaccination compulsory?
Yes. The Saudi government mandates the Meningitis ACWY vaccination for all pilgrims. Must get vaccinated at least 10 days before departure.
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