Do I need a certificate for the vaccination?

Yes, if the ACWY vaccine is required, you may need an official vaccination certificate showing the vaccine type and date. This certificate must be presented during visa processing or at arrival if requested.

Is COVID-19 vaccination required for Umrah 2026?

As of now, COVID-19 vaccination is not mandatory for Umrah 2026, but Saudi Arabia may reintroduce requirements based on global health conditions.

Is Vaccination Required for Umrah 2026? (Updated Rules & Certificate Guide)

Q: Is vaccination required for Umrah 2026?

The primary vaccination recommended for Umrah 2026 is the Meningitis ACWY vaccine. Saudi Arabia may update health guidelines before 2026, but ACWY is commonly required for Umrah visas.

Many pilgrims preparing for Umrah 2026 ask the same question:

“Do I need vaccination before traveling for Umrah?”

The answer depends on the latest Saudi health guidelines, but here is the **most accurate updated information** based on international Umrah travel requirements.

1. Is Vaccination Mandatory for Umrah 2026?

The main recommended vaccination for Umrah is:

Meningitis ACWY (Quadrivalent)

This vaccine is often required for an Umrah visa and is valid for up to **5 years** depending on the issuing country.

Saudi Arabia may update its health regulations before 2026, so always check with an authorized Umrah agent — we keep pilgrims updated with the latest rules.

2. Do You Need a Vaccination Certificate?

Yes — if ACWY vaccination is required, you must carry:

An official **vaccination certificate** from a registered clinic
Your full name exactly matching the passport
The vaccine type (ACWY or MenACWY)
Vaccination date

This certificate may be:

Uploaded during visa processing
Requested upon arrival in Saudi Arabia

3. Is COVID-19 Vaccination Required?

As of the latest updates:

COVID-19 vaccination is NOT mandatory for Umrah 2023–2025.

However, Saudi Arabia may revise requirements based on global health updates before Umrah 2026.

We will always provide **the latest confirmed rules** at the time of your booking.

4. Do Children Need Vaccinations for Umrah?

Rules for children depend on:

Age
Nationality
Latest Saudi health updates

In recent years:

Children under 12 sometimes need ACWY depending on visa type
Babies usually do NOT need vaccination

5. Where Should You Take the Vaccine?

You can get the meningitis ACWY vaccine at:

Local government health centers
Travel clinics
International vaccination centers
Designated Hajj/Umrah medical clinics

Make sure you request an **official certificate** with a stamp and signature.

6. When Should You Take the Vaccine?

The best time to take your ACWY vaccine is:

10–30 days before traveling

This gives your body enough time to build protection and ensures your certificate stays valid.

7. What If You Don’t Take the Vaccine?

If ACWY is required for your Umrah visa and you don’t take it:

Your visa may be delayed or rejected
You may be stopped at airport immigration

So always check with us before traveling.

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