Saudi Tourism Authority to Showcase Nusuk Platform in Malaysia Exhibition

The Saudi Tourism Authority is gearing up to unveil an engaging and interactive exhibition in Malaysia, designed to showcase the innovative Nusuk platform. The primary aim of this exhibition is to offer visitors and pilgrims an in-depth understanding of how the Nusuk platform can enrich their experiences. This initiative forms a crucial part of Saudi Arabia’s comprehensive strategy to attract and cater to an estimated 30 million Umrah pilgrims by the year 2030.

Saudi Tourism Authority to Showcase Nusuk Platform

The upcoming exhibition in Malaysia, set to commence tomorrow, is dedicated to showcasing the array of services and facilities that the Nusuk platform offers to pilgrims. The platform aims to enhance visitors’ experience of the holy cities by providing seamless and enriching services and facilities.

Saudi Arabia’s Vision for Umrah Pilgrims

As part of its goal to host 30 million Umrah pilgrims by 2030, Saudi Arabia recently held an informative meeting in Malaysia to introduce the Nusuk platform to the local business sector.

• Nusuk: A platform for planning, booking, and enhancing pilgrim experiences in Makkah, Madinah, and beyond.

Virtual Reality Exhibition and Islamic Stories

The interactive virtual reality (VR) exhibition, featuring a collection of Islamic historical stories, will take place at IOI City Mall in Putrajaya from August 28 to September 1.

• Location: IOI City Mall, Putrajaya
• Dates: August 28 – September 1
• Highlights: Islamic historical stories

Booths for Malaysian Companies

Ten Malaysian companies accredited by Nusuk will have booths to promote Umrah and Madinah visits to visitors, encouraging pilgrimage.

• Participants: Ten Malaysian companies
• Focus: Umrah and Madinah promotion

Exploring Saudi Destinations and Post-Umrah Tourism

The exhibition will also provide insights into Saudi tourism beyond Umrah, highlighting the opportunity for visitors to explore Saudi destinations and enjoy a 90-day annual stay.

• Opportunities: Explore Saudi destinations, post-Umrah tourism, 90-day annual stay

Informative Meeting for Private-Sector Representatives

An exclusive meeting in Kuala Lumpur brought together private-sector representatives from both Malaysia and Saudi Arabia, focusing on travel and Umrah agencies.

• Participants: Representatives from travel and Umrah agencies
• Discussion: Challenges, opportunities, and services provided by Nusuk partners

Meeting Discussion Points

During the meeting, attendees discussed key challenges, explored potential solutions, and introduced unique opportunities and services offered by Nusuk to Malaysian pilgrims.

• Focus: Challenges, solutions, Nusuk services

Event Patronage and Attendance

The event was overseen by Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Hajj and Umrah, and attended by several Saudi government officials.

• Patronage: Minister of Hajj and Umrah
• Attendance: Saudi government officials

Accredited Partners and Services

The Saudi Tourism Authority has more than 200 accredited partners offering a wide range of services, including aviation, accommodation, transportation, and tour organization.

• Services: Aviation, accommodation, transportation, tours

E-Visa for 66 Countries

Citizens from 66 countries, including Malaysia, can now apply for an e-visa through the Visit Saudi platform, streamlining the process for Umrah pilgrims.

• E-Visa: Available for 66 countries
• Platform: Visit Saudi

Streamlined Process for Umrah Pilgrims

The Nusuk app allows Umrah pilgrims to schedule visits to the Prophet’s Mosque, Al Rawdah Al Sharifah, and explore historical sites in Makkah and Madinah.

• App: Nusuk
• Visits: Prophet’s Mosque, Al Rawdah Al Sharifah, historical and cultural sites

Unique Spiritual Experience

This initiative provides a year-round spiritual experience for pilgrims, excluding the Hajj season.

• Experience: Unique spiritual journey
• Availability: Year-round, except during Hajj season

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