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.
The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia has called on citizens and residents to look for the Shawwal crescent on the evening of 29 Ramadan 1446 (Saturday, 29 March 2025) and to report any sightings to the nearest court.
Clear guidelines on who is eligible to receive zakat al-fitr, who is not, and how to calculate the required amount using traditional or modern methods.
To ease congestion at Masjid al-Haram during Ramadan, the Ministry has announced that visitors will be allowed to perform only one Umrah during the last ten days.
In Ramadan 2025, 4000 people are observing Itikaf at Masjid an Nabawi with dedicated spaces for men and women. A wide range of services—including translation, healthcare, meals, and educational programs—will support the spiritual journey of every participant.