Should UAE residents choose Saudi Arabia's new multiple-entry Umrah visa or a tourist visa for their pilgrimage?

The right visa depends on how often you plan to visit Saudi Arabia and whether your trip is only for Umrah or includes tourism. Travel experts say the new one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa is best for Muslims intending to perform Umrah several times a year, allowing multiple entries and up to 90 days' stay in total, but it is restricted to pilgrimage purposes. Meanwhile, the multiple-entry tourist visa offers greater flexibility for those who want to combine Umrah with sightseeing or visits to other cities, while single-entry tourist and Umrah visas are suitable for one-time visits. Regardless of the visa type, pilgrims must complete the required Nusuk registration before performing Umrah, and those wishing to visit Rawdah (Riyaz-ul-Jannah) in Madinah also need to book an appointment through the platform. If you were planning a trip to Saudi Arabia, which option would you choose—a dedicated Umrah visa or a tourist visa that also allows sightseeing? Why?