Bandar seri begawan: The Ministry of Religious Affairs, through the Department of Haj Management, has announced that six additional travel agencies have received permission to operate Umrah packages using the Saudi Arabia Tourist Visa 2026.
According to Radio Television Brunei, the newly authorized agencies include AZ Back To Nature And Tours Sendirian Berhad; El-Abqari Travel Sendirian Berhad; Firdaus Al-Munawwarah Travel Services Sendirian Berhad; Ghufran Travel and Tours Sendirian Berhad; Maduli Travel Agency Sendirian Berhad; and PGGMB Travel Agency Sendirian Berhad. This brings the total number of authorized travel agencies to 34 for the year, all of which are now equipped to offer Umrah services using the tourist visa.
The Department of Haj Affairs has issued a reminder that any travel agencies lacking official permission to operate Haj and Umrah Package services are strictly prohibited from offering Umrah packages or making related advertisements. This measure aims to ensure that all Umrah services comply with regulations and maintain quality standards for pilgrims.