Hajj, umrah to cost 30-50% more for Indonesians next season, says industry body
JAKARTA – Hajj and umrah travel next season will rise by 30-50% due to the VAT increase in Saudi Arabia and any additional costs related to health protocols, chairperson of the Indonesia Hajj and Umrah Travel Association (SAPUHI), Syam Resfiadi Sapuhi, told Salaam Gateway.
"There will be higher costs for each component, such as airline ticket, hotel, tent rent in Arafah and Mina, bus transportation, COVID-19 swab test and so on,” said Syam, who is also owner of Patuna Travel.
Saudi Arabia increased its value-added tax from 5% to 15% starting July.
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