Makkah, July 20 -- Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Haj and Umrah has introduced a one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa, allowing pilgrims to make multiple visits to the Kingdom during its 365-day validity.

The new visa replaces the previous three-month Umrah visa as part of Saudi Vision 2030's Pilgrim Experience Programme, which aims to improve services and enhance the overall pilgrimage experience, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.

Speaking to Siasat.com, Syed Nouman Dawer of Hyderabad-based Origin Tours and Travels said the previous three-month Umrah visa has been discontinued and replaced by a one-year multiple-entry visa, which came into effect on Monday.

He said the visa cost remains unchanged, with group Umrah visas priced at Rs 15...