RIYADH: Saudi Arabia announced on Saturday (Aug 13) that it has allowed all types of visitors, including those holding tourist visas, to perform umrah in the kingdom, news agency Xinhua reports quoting the Saudi Press Agency.
The decision, which is valid for the new umrah season that began on July 30, aims to enrich the cultural and religious experience, said the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah.
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