[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]According to a recent announcement, the Ministry of Religious Affairs has instructed all pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj to complete their biometric verification as soon as possible using the mobile app, Saudi Visa Bio. This step is part of the ministry’s ongoing efforts to streamline the pilgrimage process and ensure all pilgrims’ safety.
The Ministry stated on Twitter that all pilgrims must submit their passports to the respective banks by 20 April in order to complete the process after biometric verification. Those who miss the deadline must submit an application to the Joint Secretary Hajj.
وزارت مذہبی امور نے عازمین #حج کو موبائل ایپ *Saudi Visa Bio* کے ذریعے #بائیومیٹرک کروا کر متعلقہ بینکوں میں 20 اپریل تک #پاسپورٹ جمع کروانے کی ہدایت جاری کر دی۔ دیر سے پاسپورٹ جمع کروانے والے عازمین کو جوائنٹ سیکرٹری حج کو درخواست بھجوانے کی ہدایات جاری https://t.co/OGoePexKkc pic.twitter.com/ipoXOw2fKb
— Ministry of Religious Affairs & Interfaith Harmony (@MORAisbOfficial) April 11, 2023
The biometric process entails collecting fingerprints and facial recognition data, which will be used to verify the pilgrims’ identities. This data will then be shared with Saudi authorities to ensure a safe and efficient pilgrimage experience.
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The announcement was welcomed by pilgrims, who praised the ministry’s efforts to make the process easier for them. To avoid delays or complications in their applications, the Ministry has urged all pilgrims to carefully follow the instructions.
The Saudi government created the Saudi Visa Bio app to make visa processing easier for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims. Users can use the app to complete visa applications, track their status, and complete the biometric verification process.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
