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Licensed Umrah Operators in Sri Lanka
Umrah fraud usually starts with an unlicensed 'agency' taking payment with no real ability to deliver visas or flights. Here's what a genuine license looks like.
What to actually check
A legitimate Sri Lankan Umrah operator should be able to show a valid travel agency business registration, and typically holds one or more of: IATA accreditation (International Air Transport Association — lets an agency issue flight tickets directly), registration with the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAA) approval, and in some cases direct approval from the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. None of these are guaranteed proof of a good experience, but their absence — or an agency that gets vague when you ask — is a real warning sign. Ask for these credentials directly, in writing, before paying anything.
Agencies on UmrahPackages.lk that state accreditation
Based on credentials each agency has stated in their own profile — always verify directly with the agency before booking.
NM Travels & Tours PVT LTD
Colombo
Umrah & Hajj operator based in Wellawatte, Colombo. IATA member and Saudi Hajj Ministry-approved organization, running group Umrah departures with full-board Sri Lankan meals.
Akbar Travels and Tours (PVT) LTD
Colombo
IATA-accredited Umrah operator in Wellampitiya, Colombo, marking its 10th anniversary with September–November 2026 departures on Etihad Airways and SalamAir, staying at named Makkah and Madinah hotels.
SMS Travels & Tours (Pvt) Ltd
Colombo
17+ year Umrah operator in Maradana, Colombo (CAA Sri Lanka & IATA approved), offering four package tiers — Normal to Platinum — across the same set of September 2026 departure dates.
Licensed Umrah operators — frequently asked questions
How do I know if a Sri Lankan Umrah agency is licensed?
Ask directly for their IATA number, SLTDA registration, or CAA Sri Lanka approval, and verify it if possible. A genuine agency will provide this without hesitation — reluctance or vague answers are a warning sign.
What's the risk of booking with an unlicensed agency?
The most common Umrah scams in Sri Lanka involve an unregistered 'agent' collecting payment and then failing to deliver visas, flights, or hotel bookings, sometimes disappearing entirely. Licensing doesn't guarantee a good experience, but its absence is a serious red flag.
Does UmrahPackages.lk verify every agency's license?
Trust badges like Gold Verified and Premium Partner are only assigned after our team reviews an agency. Agencies without a badge yet may still be legitimate — this page lists what agencies have stated about their own accreditation, which you should independently verify before paying.