Learn Arabic in Medina as a Non-Muslim: What Is Actually Possible
Can non-Muslims learn Arabic in Medina? What is realistically open to you, including Medina new Arabic programme and the alternatives.
Guides
Medina in Saudi Arabia: The Complete Guide to the City of the Prophet
Where Medina is, why it is the second-holiest city in Islam, what is open to Muslim and non-Muslim visitors, and how to plan a trip there.
Saudi Tourist Visa: How to Apply (2026)
How to apply for the Saudi tourist e-visa in 2026: who is eligible, what you need, the steps, and whether it covers Umrah.
48 Hours in Madinah: A Ziyarah Itinerary
A two-day ziyarah itinerary for Madinah: the Prophet’s Mosque and Rawdah, Quba, Qiblatain and Uhud, with timings and adab.
How to Plan a Private Umrah: A Step-by-Step Guide
A step-by-step guide to planning a private Umrah in 2026 — timing, visas, Nusuk permits, itinerary and choosing a licensed operator.
Can Non-Muslims Visit Madinah? What Is Open and What Is Not
A clear 2026 guide to where non-Muslim travellers can and cannot go in Saudi Arabia, with dress, alcohol and etiquette.
Umrah Visa & Nusuk Permits Explained (2026)
A plain-English 2026 guide to Umrah visas and Nusuk permits, from visa routes to requirements and timing.
Why Learn Arabic in Madinah
Why the heartland of the language may be the best place in the world to learn Arabic, and how to do it with Rihlah.