What to Do After Returning from Umrah: Thankful Prayers and Cherished Memories Thankful Prayers: Express Gratitude: Thank Allah for enabling you to complete Umrah. Pray for His blessings in facilitating this journey and for forgiving your sins. Perform the Thankfulness Prayer: It is customary to offer two rakats of thankfulness prayer after completing Umrah. Hajj...Read More
Visas & Planning · 2026–27 Season · Updated August 2026 Five Saudi visa types allow Umrah. Exactly one allows Hajj — and it is never sold outside the official Nusuk system. For US and Canadian travelers, the tourist eVisa, visa on arrival, Umrah visa, stopover visa and (currently) visit visas can all be used for...Read More
Tips for Traveling with Children for Umrah While sources may not provide direct advice on traveling with children during Umrah, here are some general tips for a smooth Umrah journey with kids based on previous information: Prepare Children Spiritually: It is important to help children understand the significance of Umrah, emphasizing that it is an...Read More
Time for Leaving Arafat The permitted time to leave Arafat is after the time for the evening prayer (akşam namazı) has begun. Arafat Standing (Vakfesi) is one of the most important pillars of Hajj. It is obligatory to be within the boundaries of Arafat from noon on Arafah Day until the break of dawn at...Read More
The Process of Performing the Visit Tawaaf Visit Tawaaf is one of the obligatory acts of Hajj and can be performed from the dawn of the first day of Eid al-Adha until the end of one’s life. However, it is essential that this Tawaaf is performed during the days of Eid al-Adha, specifically before sunset...Read More
The Notable Figures Buried in Jannat al-Mu’alla Cemetery 1. Hz. Khadijah (r.a.) Hz. Khadijah, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), is buried in Jannat al-Mu’alla. Until the year 729 (1328-29), the exact location of her grave was unknown. It is said that a dream led to its discovery, after which...Read More
The Importance and Spiritual Value of Hajr al-Aswad Hajr al-Aswad, a black, shiny stone embedded in the eastern corner of the Kaaba, holds significant importance in Islamic tradition. Its spiritual value and importance can be summarized as follows: 1. A Stone from Paradise According to a hadith narrated by Ibn Abbas, our Prophet Muhammad (peace...Read More
The Impact of Umrah on Family and Society Umrah, regarded as a minor pilgrimage in Islam, is one of the most significant spiritual journeys for Muslims. It holds immense religious importance and provides a unique experience that affects both individuals and communities. This article explores the effects of Umrah on family and society and highlights...Read More
Visas & Planning · 2026–27 Season · Updated August 2026 Yes — a US passport holder can get a Saudi visa online, usually within days, and it covers Umrah. The standard route is the tourist eVisa: about SAR 535 (~$143) including mandatory health insurance, valid one year with multiple entries and stays of up to...Read More
Obligations, Sunnah, and Recommended Acts of Umrah The farz of Umrah is entering into ihram. Without entering ihram, Umrah cannot be performed. Those intending to perform Umrah must enter ihram before reaching the miqat. To enter ihram, it is recommended to practice cleanliness by trimming nails, removing underarm and pubic hair, and, if necessary, shaving...Read More
