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title: "Hajj 2026 Registration Opens for Citizens and Residents In Saudi Arabia"
url: "https:\/\/theislamicinformation.com\/news\/hajj-2026-registration-citizens-residents-inside-saudi-arabia\/"
type: "post"
updated: "2026-02-24"
description: "Priority given to first-time pilgrims through Nusuk app, with packages starting 15 Ramadan 1447 and fees paid via Sadad system."
taxonomies: ["News","Hajj 1447","Hajj 2026","Saudi Arabia"]
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# Hajj 2026 Registration Opens for Citizens and Residents In Saudi Arabia

Source: https://theislamicinformation.com/news/hajj-2026-registration-citizens-residents-inside-saudi-arabia/
Updated: 2026-02-24

**Key Takeaways**

- Hajj 2026 registration for domestic pilgrims begins February 24, 2026 via Nusuk app.
- Priority is for those who have never performed Hajj before, with booking packages launching 15 Ramadan.
- Applicants must be at least 15 years old, meet health requirements, and for residents, hold a valid Iqama issued over a year ago.

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**R**The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has opened registration for citizens and residents inside the Kingdom wishing to perform Hajj 1447 AH (2026). The registration process began today, **February 24, 2026**, through the official Nusuk application and its accompanying website.

## **Key Dates and Process**

Registration for eligibility is now open, with actual **package booking starting on 15 Ramadan 1447 AH** (early 2026).

All transactions, including package selection and fee payment, are conducted exclusively through the Nusuk platform.

## **Priority System**

Priority is given to applicants who have **never performed Hajj before**.

This priority period extends until the end of Shawwal. If additional seats become available after this phase, booking will open to the remaining eligible applicants.

## **Eligibility Requirements**

- **Age**: Applicants must be at least **15 years old** according to the Gregorian calendar.
- **Health**: Compliance with approved health requirements is mandatory.
- **Residents**: A valid residence permit (Iqama) is essential. Priority within the resident category is given to those whose Iqama was issued **more than one Gregorian year ago**.

## **How to Apply**

All registrations and contracts are made exclusively through licensed companies listed in the **Nusuk application**. Pilgrims must:

1. Create an account in the Nusuk app.
2. Complete personal data and verify eligibility.
3. Select the appropriate package from available options.
4. Pay fees through the **Sadad system** to issue the official Hajj permit.