Saudi Visa UK & VIP Transport for Pilgrims
Tawaf Global is a UK Umrah agency that guides you through your Saudi visa from the UK, from the Saudi eVisa for British citizens and Umrah visas for UK residents to Nusuk Hajj visas. We then arrange your Jeddah airport to Makkah transfers, Haramain train tickets and private GMC transport. Start with the visa that is right for you.
Find the Right Saudi Visa
How to Get a Saudi Visa from the UK
Saudi visa requirements can be confusing, because your passport, UK residency and travel dates all matter. Our UK visa team checks your documents and submits your application accurately to reduce the risk of errors and delays, whether you need a Saudi eVisa for Umrah, a Hajj visa or a visa as a UK resident with another passport. For the full document list, read our Umrah visa UK requirements guide. Once your visa is sorted, we arrange your transport too.
Saudi eVisa for British Citizens
A 1-year, multiple-entry tourist eVisa that lets British passport holders perform Umrah outside the Hajj season, with stays of up to 90 days a year.
Nusuk Hajj Visa
Required for Hajj, as tourist and Umrah visas are not valid. We guide you through Nusuk registration and document checks. See our Hajj 2027 packages.
Umrah Visa for UK Residents
UK residents with a non-British passport may qualify for the Saudi eVisa through their UK residence permit. If not, we arrange the right Umrah visa for your passport.
Biometrics & Documents
Support with biometrics, including the Saudi Visa Bio app where required, plus meningitis ACWY certificates and passport validity checks.
VIP Umrah Transport & Airport Transfers
From the moment you land at Jeddah or Madinah airport, our verified transport partners take you to your hotel and between the holy cities in comfort and safety, whether you need a Jeddah airport to Makkah transfer, a Haramain train from Makkah to Madinah or a private car for Ziyarah.
Private Jeddah Airport to Makkah Transfers (GMC / Mercedes)
Ideal for families and small groups. Travel directly from the airport to your Makkah or Madinah hotel in a spacious, air-conditioned SUV with a professional driver.
Haramain High-Speed Train: Makkah to Madinah
Cut your journey between Makkah and Madinah from around 5 to 6 hours by road to just over 2 hours by train. We book your tickets and coordinate your station transfers.
Guided Ziyarah Tours
Air-conditioned coaches or private transport for Ziyarah tours in Makkah and Madinah, led by knowledgeable guides. Still have questions about your visa or transport? The answers to the most common ones are in our FAQs.
Saudi Visa & Transport FAQs for UK Pilgrims
British citizens can apply for the Saudi tourist eVisa online, which allows Umrah outside the Hajj season. UK residents with another passport may qualify through their UK residence permit or need a separate visa. Our UK visa team checks your eligibility, prepares your documents and submits the application for you.
For British passport holders, the Saudi tourist eVisa is often issued within 24 to 48 hours. Processing times are set by the Saudi authorities and can vary, so we recommend applying well before your travel date.
Most UK pilgrims land at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, around 1 to 1.5 hours from Makkah by road. You can travel by private transfer, coach or the Haramain train from the airport station. We arrange whichever option suits your group, budget and luggage.
Yes, you can book it independently, but the Saudi booking portal, payment and station transfers can be stressful to arrange from the UK. We can book your Haramain train tickets and coordinate your station transfers as part of your Umrah package.
Yes. We arrange suitable ground transport and wheelchair assistance at airports and train stations for elderly or disabled British pilgrims. Please tell our team about your requirements when you book.
The Saudi Visa Bio app lets some applicants register their fingerprints and facial biometrics on a smartphone before travelling. Whether you need it depends on your nationality and visa type, so our UK visa team will tell you if it applies to you and guide you through it step by step.