Tourism Announces Fees and Procedures for Umrah Portal Transactions for the 1448 Hijri Season

The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced new regulations and fees for the 1448 AH Umrah season, aimed at enhancing oversight and protecting the rights of pilgrims. The fees include 5,000 Egyptian pounds for approving electronic contracts between companies and Saudi agents, and 1,000 pounds for creating accounts on the portal, in addition to other charges for issuing certificates and electronic registration procedures. The ministry also emphasized the commitment of companies to electronically transfer and document pilgrims' data. The portal links the pilgrim's identification code with passport information to ensure that trips are conducted in accordance with the specified regulations, with a mandatory review and confirmation of travel data before departure.