Umrah Visa for U.S. Residents Who Are Not U.S. Citizens

You do not have to be a U.S. citizen to obtain an Umrah visa through Tarteel Travel. If you legally live in the United States as a permanent resident, student visa holder, work visa holder, or other qualifying legal resident, Tarteel Travel can process your Umrah visa regardless of your passport nationality, subject to Saudi government requirements.

This guide explains eligibility for Green Card holders, F-1 students, H-1B workers, and other U.S. residents, the documents you need, how nationality can affect processing, whether family members of different nationalities can apply together, the cost of the Umrah visa, and how you can arrange your own flights and hotels while Tarteel Travel handles only your Umrah visa.

Tarteel Travel is licensed by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah and authorized to process Umrah visas.


Umrah Visa FAQs for U.S. Residents Who Are Not U.S. Citizens

1. Can a U.S. green-card holder get an Umrah visa?

Yes.

If you are a U.S. permanent resident or Green Card holder, Tarteel Travel can process your Umrah visa regardless of your passport nationality, subject to applicable Saudi requirements.

You will need a valid national passport from your country of nationality and proof of your U.S. permanent residency.

2. Can I get an Umrah visa if I live in America but am not an American citizen?

Yes.

You do not have to be a U.S. citizen to obtain an Umrah visa through Tarteel Travel.

If you legally reside in the United States as a permanent resident, student visa holder, work visa holder, or under another qualifying legal immigration status, Tarteel Travel can process your Umrah visa.

Your passport nationality does not automatically prevent you from applying.

3. Can a U.S. student visa holder get an Umrah visa?

Yes.

If you are legally studying in the United States with a valid student visa, Tarteel Travel can process your Umrah visa regardless of your passport nationality.

You will need to provide your valid national passport and proof of your current U.S. student status.

4. Can an F-1 student get an Umrah visa?

Yes.

A traveler holding a valid F-1 student visa in the United States can apply for an Umrah visa through Tarteel Travel.

You will generally need:

  • Your valid national passport

  • Proof of your valid F-1 status

  • Your U.S. immigration documentation

  • A passport-style photograph

  • Any additional information required for the visa application

Your nationality does not automatically prevent you from applying.

5. Can a U.S. work visa holder get an Umrah visa?

Yes.

If you legally work and reside in the United States with a valid work visa or work-authorized immigration status, Tarteel Travel can process your Umrah visa regardless of your nationality.

You will need to provide proof of your valid U.S. immigration or work status.

6. Can an H-1B holder get an Umrah visa?

Yes.

If you hold a valid H-1B status in the United States, Tarteel Travel can process your Umrah visa.

You will need a valid passport from your country of nationality and documentation showing your valid U.S. immigration status.

7. Can a Nigerian living in the USA get an Umrah visa?

Yes.

A Nigerian passport holder legally residing in the United States can apply for an Umrah visa through Tarteel Travel if they hold qualifying U.S. status such as:

  • Permanent residency

  • Student visa

  • Work visa

  • Other qualifying legal residency status

Applications for Nigerian passport holders may take longer because of nationality-specific quota limitations and additional processing requirements.

8. Can a Somali living in the USA get an Umrah visa?

Yes.

A Somali passport holder legally residing in the United States can apply through Tarteel Travel if they hold qualifying U.S. permanent residency, student status, work status, or another accepted legal residency status.

Processing may take longer because of nationality-specific quota limitations and additional processing requirements.

9. Can a Sudanese living in the USA get an Umrah visa?

Yes.

A Sudanese passport holder legally residing in the United States can apply through Tarteel Travel if they have qualifying U.S. permanent residency, student status, work status, or another accepted legal immigration status.

Processing may take longer because of nationality-specific quota limitations and additional processing requirements.

10. Can a Syrian living in the USA get an Umrah visa?

Yes.

A Syrian passport holder legally residing in the United States can apply through Tarteel Travel if they hold qualifying U.S. permanent residency, student status, work status, or another accepted legal residency status.

Processing may take longer because of nationality-specific quota limitations and additional processing requirements.

11. Can an Afghan living in the USA get an Umrah visa?

Yes.

An Afghan passport holder legally residing in the United States can apply through Tarteel Travel if they hold qualifying U.S. permanent residency, student status, work status, or another accepted legal residency status.

Processing may take longer because of nationality-specific quota limitations and additional processing requirements.

12. Can a Pakistani living in the USA get an Umrah visa?

Yes.

A Pakistani passport holder legally residing in the United States can apply for an Umrah visa through Tarteel Travel.

You must provide a valid Pakistani passport and proof of your qualifying U.S. residency, student, or work status.

13. Can a Bangladeshi living in the USA get an Umrah visa?

Yes.

A Bangladeshi passport holder legally residing in the United States can apply for an Umrah visa through Tarteel Travel.

You will need a valid Bangladeshi passport and proof of your qualifying legal status in the United States.

14. Can an Indian living in the USA get an Umrah visa?

Yes.

An Indian passport holder legally residing in the United States can apply for an Umrah visa through Tarteel Travel.

This includes qualifying U.S. permanent residents, student visa holders, work visa holders, and other accepted legal residents.

You will need your valid Indian passport and proof of your legal U.S. status.

15. What documents do U.S. residents need for an Umrah visa?

U.S. residents who are not U.S. citizens generally need:

  • A valid national passport from their country of nationality

  • Passport validity of at least 6 months

  • A clear copy of the passport

  • A recent passport-style photograph

  • Proof of U.S. permanent residency or legal immigration status

  • Green Card, student visa, work visa, or other applicable immigration documentation

  • Contact information

  • Required travel information

  • Any additional documents requested based on nationality or immigration status

All information must be accurate and match the applicant's passport and immigration documents.

A refugee travel document cannot replace your national passport. Saudi Arabia does not accept refugee travel documents for the Umrah visa process.

16. Can family members with different nationalities apply together?

Yes.

Family members can apply through Tarteel Travel even if they have different passport nationalities, provided each traveler individually meets the applicable Umrah visa requirements.

For example, one family may include travelers with Nigerian, Pakistani, Indian, Bangladeshi, Somali, or other passports.

Each traveler must provide their own:

  • Valid national passport

  • U.S. residency or immigration documentation

  • Photograph

  • Personal information

  • Any nationality-specific documents required

Because processing requirements can differ by nationality, some family members may receive their visas before others.

17. Can I book my own flights and hotels?

Yes.

You can arrange your own flights, hotels, transportation, and travel schedule while Tarteel Travel processes your Umrah visa.

You do not have to purchase a complete Umrah travel package from Tarteel Travel just to obtain the visa.

If travel information is required during the visa process, you simply provide the necessary details to Tarteel Travel.

18. Can Tarteel Travel handle only my Umrah visa?

Yes. Tarteel Travel can process your Umrah visa as a standalone visa service.

You do not have to purchase flights, hotels, transportation, or a complete Umrah package from Tarteel Travel.

You can arrange the rest of your journey yourself while Tarteel Travel handles your Umrah visa application and required visa procedures.

If you prefer a complete travel solution, Tarteel Travel also offers full Umrah packages that can include your visa, flights, hotels, transportation, and other travel services.

19. How much does an Umrah visa cost?

The Umrah visa costs $400 USD for a stay of up to 5 days.

For stays longer than 5 days, the cost is $5 USD for each additional day.

For example:

  • Up to 5 days: $400

  • 6 days: $405

  • 7 days: $410

  • 10 days: $425

The final Umrah visa cost is calculated based on the total number of days you plan to stay in Saudi Arabia.

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