The Ministry of Haj has made it compulsory for each Umrah company to prove that all its Umrah performers have left the Kingdom. Al-Yaum Arabic newspaper quoted informed sources as saying that only then an Umrah company may close its offices to signal the end of current Umrah season. The ministry, according to the report, has asked each Umrah company to provide a report containing remarks and suggestions to upgrade transportation, housing and departure services for Umrah performers and visitors. The ministry has warned all Umrah companies in Makkah, Madina and Jeddah against closing during this month and urged them to continue working until the end of October. All Umrah companies should ensure that no overstayers remain in the Kingdom, the ministry directive said. The ministry has demanded that all Umrah companies should follow up with concerned authorities to finalize necessary procedures for the Umrah performers who passed away here or are still hospitalized.
