Singaporeans advised to postpone umrah to Saudi Arabia
The Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) has advised citizens to postpone umrah pilgrimages to Saudi Arabia due to heightened security risks. This follows a government advisory regarding increased missile and drone activity in the region.
Why it matters
Directly impacts the travel plans and safety of religious pilgrims during a period of regional geopolitical instability.
MUIS said it is engaging umrah travel agents to encourage assistance with postponement or rescheduling arrangements.
Listen SINGAPORE – Singaporeans planning their umrah pilgrimage are advised to postpone their travel plans due to the heightened security risks in Saudi Arabia, said the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS).
In a statement on Oct 14, MUIS said it advises Singaporeans to take heed of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ (MFA) travel advisory issued on Oct 13, which advises them to defer all travel to Saudi Arabia following an increase in missile and drone attacks in the Middle Eastern country.
MUIS said it is encouraging umrah travel agents to assist with postponement or rescheduling arrangements.
Singaporeans currently in Saudi Arabia should follow official local advisories and stay in contact with their travel operators and airlines, it added.
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