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Umrah Travel & Medical Insurance Guide: Coverage, Claims & Mandatory Policies
Reviewed by Health Insurance & Risk Advisory BoardPublished: August 19, 2026 • Updated: August 21, 2026 14 min read
Verified 2026/2027 Data
Quick Answer & Key Summary
Mandatory Saudi travel medical insurance is automatically bundled into every Tourist eVisa and Umrah visa, covering emergency medical hospitalization up to SAR 100,000 (~$26,600 USD) across participating Saudi government and private hospitals.
Key Takeaways at a Glance
- •Saudi visa fees automatically include standardized emergency health insurance (Tawuniya, Bupa, Medgulf, or Tawuniya).
- •Covers emergency inpatient hospitalization, emergency dental up to SAR 500, emergency pregnancy complications, and medical repatriation.
- •Emergency medical care is accessible at major hospitals in Makkah (King Faisal, King Abdulaziz Hospital) and Madinah.
- •Routine chronic medicine refills are NOT covered; carry your personal prescription medications from home.
- •Saudi Emergency Medical Services Hotline: Dial 997 (Ambulance) or 937 (Ministry of Health Helpline).
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Published Market BenchmarkOrigin Country & Travel Season
Common route: Karachi / Lahore / Islamabad → Jeddah / Madinah (Direct or Gulf transit)
Moderate weather, steady pilgrim flow, standard baseline pricing.
2
2 Person(s) · 14 NightsTravelers & Nights Split
Adults (12+ yr)
2
Children (2–11 yr)
0
Infants (<2 yr)
0
Total Trip Nights14 Nights
3 Nights (Weekend)10 Nights (Standard)14 Nights (2-Week)30 Nights (Extended)
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Hotel Preference & Room Allocation
Distance: 450m – 900m or quick hotel shuttle
Distance: 300m – 700m (Southern / Western Central Area)
(Rec: 1)
4
Transportation & Airfare
300 km/h bullet train between Jeddah Airport, Makkah, and Madinah (2 hours 20 mins intercity). Modern, punctual, comfortable.
(~$493)
5
Food, Visa & Safety Contingency
Estimated Total Budget2 pax · 14 nts
$4,063
≈ 15,235 SAR (1 SAR ≈ 0.267 USD)
Per Person$2,032
Daily Average$290/day
📊Expense Distribution7 Categories
Budget Split100%USD
Itemized Tariff Summary
✈️ Flights$987
🏨 Hotels (9M / 5M)$1,291
🚆 Local Transport & Transfers$237
🍽️ Food & Meals$635
📑 Visa, Insurance & Admin$283
🛍️ Shopping, SIM & Essentials$261
🛡️ Contingency Reserve (10%)$369
Calculation Transparency
Estimate based on 1 room(s), 2 adult(s), 14 nights during standard. Actual booking rates vary by dates, availability, and foreign transaction fees.
What is Covered by the Mandatory Saudi Visa Health Insurance?
Inclusions:
- 1Emergency Medical Hospitalization: Up to SAR 100,000 limit per policy period.
- 2Emergency Surgery & Intensive Care: Direct billing across authorized hospital networks.
- 3Emergency Medical Evacuation: Ground ambulance and repatriation of mortal remains.
- 4Traffic Accident Emergency Treatment: Immediate stabilization and surgical intervention.
Exclusions (What You Must Prepare For):
- •Pre-existing chronic routine checkups (e.g., routine insulin refills, regular blood dialysis without prior emergency declaration).
- •Elective cosmetic dental care.
- •Lost personal electronics or passport replacement (obtain standard comprehensive travel insurance from home for flight cancellations and baggage loss).
Frequently Asked Questions
Call 997 for Saudi Red Crescent Emergency Ambulances or 937 for the 24/7 Ministry of Health medical consultation hotline.
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