How do I get an Umrah permit on Nusuk?

Why do I need a permit if I have a visa?

The two documents do different jobs. Your visa lets you enter Saudi Arabia. The Umrah permit reserves your place at the Grand Mosque for a specific time, which is how crowds are managed. Booking a package does not automatically give you either, so ask your agent exactly which documents they are arranging.

Which visas can be used for Umrah?

Your situation	Route	Hajj allowed?
Applying from abroad for pilgrimage	Umrah visa	No
Eligible nationality visiting as a tourist	Tourist eVisa, outside Hajj season	No
Living in Saudi Arabia	Valid Iqama	Separate Hajj registration
GCC citizen or eligible GCC resident	National ID, or the visa route open to you	Separate Hajj route

How do I book the permit?

1. Install Nusuk and create your account.
2. Add each traveller. Children need their own entry.
3. Select Umrah and choose a date and time.
4. Confirm, then screenshot the QR code in case your connection fails at the checkpoint.

What should I know about the seasons?

Umrah permits are restricted in the weeks around Hajj. Season cut-off dates change every year, and published dates often conflict, so rely only on what Nusuk and your visa show. During Ramadan, slots for the last ten nights go early.

What if I miss my slot?

Cancel in the app if you can, then look for a new slot. Do not turn up without a valid permit, because checkpoints do turn people back and penalties can apply.