Leave from another country ?
Umrah
Maghrebian pilgrims or any other Muslims resinding in Europe can leave with an agency in their country of origin if they have got a passport from their country of origin. Their passports should be valid 6 month after the date of their return from the holy places
Every person holder of a valid residence permit in Europe can leave from his country of residence (France, Belgium, Switzerland(Swiss)Every person holder of a valid residence permit in Europe can be accompanied by one or several members of his family even if they are not residents in Europe (member of family = father, mother, children).Do not hesitate to ask your agency for any further information . They will inform and assist you according to your situation.
Hajj
A few years ago, it was possible to leave a from a country even if it was another one than your country of residence. But, further to the risks appeared during the pandemic period of the flu A (organization of the spot care, the ability to react, etc.) and by the will of not falsifying any more the quota of every country, the Saudian consultat refused to issue visas to those who are not residing in the countries from which they submitted their requests. (It is necessary to be a holder of a residence permit of current validity). There are some exceptions in Europe and it concerns France and the border villages with Switzerland, which are authorized to leave with an agency even situated in Switzerland.
From where can I get a Hajj visa?
The Hajj application forms are available in your nearest Saudi Consulate. But it is advisable to appoint a licensed travel agent, who will arrange a visa, as well as your travel and accommodation and anything else you may need to perform the Hajj. The travel agent will be responsible for sending your application form to the Saudi Consulate.
For any further information please consult :
http://www.hajinformation.com/main/t1510.htm
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