Saudi Arabia has introduced strict penalties for unauthorized Hajj participation, including fines up to SR100,000. The new rules take effect from April 29 until Dhul Hijjah 14.
According to the Saudi National Meteorological Center (NMC), Hajj 2025 will mark the final pilgrimage to occur during peak summer until 2050, due to the shifting Islamic lunar calendar.
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced that Umrah pilgrimages will be suspended for all except valid Hajj permit holders from April 29 to June 10, 2025, to streamline operations for Hajj 2025.
The Ministry of Interior has announced that pilgrim and Umrah services companies and institutions will face fines of up to 100,000 riyals if they fail to promptly report pilgrims or Umrah performers who overstay their permitted duration.
Saudi authorities have kicked off extensive preparations for Hajj 2025, with efforts underway to enhance infrastructure, security, and services for the millions of pilgrims expected to visit the holy sites.
The moon of Shawwal has been sighted in Saudi Arabia on 29th March 2025, officially marking the end of Ramadan and setting Eid al-Fitr for 30th March 2025.