You will be shocked to know this about Umrah in India.
There are 96,000+ travel agents and tour companies in the market.
But listen carefully.
Out of these, only around 1,600 companies are IATA certified.
That means only these companies are officially allowed to handle and issue international flight tickets on their own.
Now it goes deeper.
Out of those 1,600, only around 750 companies are registered on the Saudi Nusuk system.
If a company is not on Nusuk, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah does not recognize them as a proper Umrah operator.
Now the real shock.
Out of those 750, only 100 to 150 companies actually work on their own.
They manage hotels, transport, ground staff, compliance, and pilgrim handling themselves. Most others depend on middlemen and bulk operators.
Do the math.
That is around 0.1% of the whole market.
Aimah Tours is part of this 0.1%.
Before you book a “cheap” Umrah package, check these three things:
Umrah is not a deal. It is a journey.
The choice is yours.
How Many Umrah Travel Agents Are There in India?
There is no single official public database that gives an exact number of every travel agent in India who sells Umrah packages.
Different industry directories and business databases show a very large number of travel businesses across India. Our market analysis puts the broader travel-agent market at 96,000+ businesses.
But this does not mean that all of them are full-service Umrah operators.
Many are local travel agents who may sell flights, visas or packages through another company.
That is where you need to be careful.
IATA Accredited Travel Agents
IATA accreditation is one of the important things to check when you are booking an international flight through a travel company.
India has only a small number of IATA-accredited travel agencies compared with the overall travel-agent market.
Our analysis uses a figure of around 1,600 IATA-accredited travel agencies in India.
IATA accreditation by itself does not mean that a company is an Umrah specialist.
But it is one useful thing to check when evaluating who is handling your international flight booking.
What About Saudi Nusuk Registration?
This is another important thing to check.
Saudi Arabia uses the Nusuk platform for Umrah-related services and arrangements.
Our market analysis, based on the available information as of 8 August 2026, identified around 750 Indian companies connected with the relevant Nusuk Umrah ecosystem.
However, Nusuk registration and IATA accreditation are two different things.
A company can have IATA accreditation without being an Umrah specialist.
Similarly, when checking an Umrah company, you should verify whether the company is properly authorized and connected to the Saudi Umrah system for the services it is selling.
The Biggest Difference: Who Actually Operates Your Umrah?
This is the question most pilgrims do not ask.
When an agent gives you an Umrah package price, ask:
Who booked my hotel?
Who is arranging my Saudi transport?
Who is handling my ground services?
Who is responsible if something goes wrong in Makkah or Madinah?
Who issued my flight ticket?
Sometimes the company you speak to is not the company actually handling these services.
There may be several layers between the pilgrim and the actual service provider.
That can create problems when something changes.
Why Very Cheap Umrah Packages Need Extra Checking
A cheap Umrah package is not automatically a bad package.
But if the price is much lower than the normal market price, ask what has been reduced.
A package can look cheap on WhatsApp and become very different when you actually reach Saudi Arabia.
Crucial Question to Ask:
So don't only ask: "Package kitne ka hai?"
Ask: "Package mein exactly kya mil raha hai?"
Where Does Aimah Tours Stand?
Aimah Tours Private Limited works as an Umrah-focused travel company and handles the major parts of the pilgrim journey through its own operational systems and arrangements.
Our focus is not simply selling a cheap Umrah package.
We focus on:
We believe a pilgrim should know exactly what they are paying for before they travel.
Aimah Tours and the 0.1% Category
Based on our market analysis, only a very small part of India's overall travel market operates Umrah services with a more complete, end-to-end operational setup.
We estimate this category at roughly 100 to 150 companies, although there is no single official government database publishing this exact number.
That is why we describe Aimah Tours as being among this rare 0.1% category.
Not because we want to say we are better than everyone else.
Because our business model is different.
We don't want to simply collect as many pilgrims as possible.
We want to know where our pilgrims are staying, how they are travelling, who is handling them in Saudi Arabia and what we have promised them.
Before You Book Your Umrah, Check These 5 Things
The golden checklist for every Indian pilgrim
Ask for the company's legal name and registration details.
If they claim to be IATA accredited, verify it.
Ask what Saudi Umrah authorization or Nusuk registration they operate under.
Don't just accept "5-star hotel". Ask for the exact hotel name, location and room sharing.
This is probably the most important question. Ask:
"Saudi Arabia pahunchne ke baad mera transport aur ground handling kaun karega?"
If the answer is unclear, think twice before paying.
Cheap Umrah vs Proper Umrah
There will always be cheaper packages in the market.
And there will always be more expensive packages.
The important thing is to understand what you are actually getting.
Umrah is not just a flight ticket, hotel room and visa.
It is the complete journey from your home in India to Makkah and Madinah and safely back home.
Choose your Umrah company after checking the company, not just the price.
Final Word
There are many travel agents in India.
There are fewer companies that specialize in Umrah.
There are fewer that have the required international travel and Saudi-side systems.
And there are even fewer that manage the complete operation themselves.
Cheap Umrah is easy to advertise.
A properly managed Umrah journey takes responsibility.
At Aimah Tours, that responsibility is what we believe our pilgrims deserve.
The choice is always yours.
How to Verify an Umrah Agent: Official Verification Directory
Verify any travel agency directly on official government and industry databases
Check travel agency numeric IATA accreditation code globally.
Search 15-digit GSTIN tax registration and filing records.
Ministry of Corporate Affairs CIN lookup for registered private limited companies.
Official Saudi Ministry platform for Umrah visas and services.
Aimah Tours: Legal & Operational Proof
Our complete legal and operational footprint in India & Saudi Arabia
Company Legal Name
Aimah Tours & Travels Private Limited
Headquartered in Delhi with pan-India pilgrimage operations.
Government & Industry Certifications
Official Digital Web Assets
- aimah.tours (Official Brand Portal)
- letsgoumrah.com (Digital Engine)
- umrahpackagefromdelhi.com
- umrahvisafromdelhi.com
Operational Guarantee
We maintain zero hidden fees. Every pilgrim receives standard flight tickets with PNR, hotel BRN vouchers, Saudi Umrah visa QR codes, and 24/7 dedicated local guide support in Makkah and Madinah.
100%
Direct Hotel BRN Commitments
5,000+
Pilgrims Served Annually
24 / 7
On-Ground Support in Makkah & Madinah
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Common questions pilgrims ask when choosing an Umrah travel agent in India
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Understand Saudi Umrah e-visa processing rules, passport validity, and costs for Indians.
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