MOFAIC urges citizens to follow travel guidelines before going to perform Umrah

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has stressed the importance of prior planning before traveling to perform Umrah during the month of Ramadan.

They have called on UAE citizens to register in the "Nusuk" application to book an appointment and obtain a permit to perform Umrah.

The authority has also advised citizens to view travel advice on the Ministry's website where you can review entry requirements and procedures and ensure the validity of the passport.

Citizens are urged to register all family members through the official website of the Ministry www.mofaic.gov.ae or the Ministry's smart application "UAEMOFAIC". This service enables the Ministry and its missions abroad to communicate with them in emergencies while traveling abroad to provide assistance

The Ministry added not to carry and display large amounts of cash in public places and to keep an electronic copy of their official documents in order to ensure their safety.

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