Hajj is a mandatory pilgrimage for Muslims who are physically and financially able, performed annually during the Islamic month of Dhul-Hijjah. It is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and follows a specific set of rituals over several days. Umrah, on the other hand, is a voluntary pilgrimage that can be performed at any time of the year. It involves fewer rituals and is not an obligatory act of worship.

To apply for a Hajj or Umrah visa, you must go through an authorized travel agency like AlWali travel. The process typically involves submitting your passport, completed application form, recent photographs, proof of vaccination, and travel itinerary. Hajj visas are only issued during the Hajj season, whereas Umrah visas are available year-round, except during Hajj.