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Saudi Arabia imposes visa ban on Nigeria, Egypt, 12 other countries ahead of Hajj

Published on April 07, 2025 at 05:10 PM

Saudi Arabia has announced a change to its visa policy, restricting nationals from 14 countries.

Nigeria was listed among the countries restricted from applying for new short-term visas starting from April 13, 2025.

Other countries affected include Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Sudan, Ethiopia, India, Tunisia, Yemen, Jordan, Iraq, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.

The ban affects multiple visa categories like business visas, both single and multi-entry, tourist e-visas, and family visit visas.

A notice by Saudi authorities said Nigerians currently holding valid Saudi visas may continue travelling to the Kingdom until 13 April 2025 but must exit no later than 29 April.

“After this deadline, affected individuals face potential penalties, including a possible 5-year ban from entering the country.”

The Saudi government explained that the measure is “part of ongoing efforts to regulate travel ahead of the upcoming Hajj season.”

According to Gulf News report, the latest restriction comes into effect over logistic challenges and overcrowding experienced during the previous Hajj season, when a lot of pilgrims used visas not meant for pilgrimage purposes.

In February 2025, Saudi authorities had temporarily suspended one-year multiple-entry visas indefinitely and restricted travel from these 14 countries to single-entry visas valid for only 30 days.

Also, Saudi authorities gave an update on guidance regarding Umrah travel logistics.

The issuance of Umrah visas will begin each year on the 14th of Dhu Al Hijjah and conclude by the 1st of Shawwal.

“The Kingdom has repeatedly emphasised the importance of obtaining the appropriate visa type for religious travel and warned of legal consequences for those who fail to comply,”; according to Saudi authorities quoted in Gulf News

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