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title: "Itikaf 2026 Registration Opens at Masjid al-Haram and Nabawi"
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updated: "2026-02-19"
description: "Online applications for Itikaaf begin February 20, 2026 with selections based on capacity and confirmation via SMS."
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# Itikaf 2026 Registration Opens at Masjid al-Haram and Nabawi

Source: https://theislamicinformation.com/news/itikaf-2026-registration-opens-at-masjid-al-haram-and-nabawi/
Updated: 2026-02-19

- Registration for Itikaf at Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi opened on February 20, 2026 (3 Ramadan 1447 AH) at 11:00 AM.
- Applicants must register online through the official portal and will receive SMS confirmation if selected.
- Itikaf begins on Ramadan 20 and concludes on Ramadan 30, covering the final ten days of the holy month.

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The authorities at the Grand Mosque in Makkah and the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah have opened online registration for the observance of **Itikaf** during the final ten days of Ramadan 1447 AH.

## **Registration Details:**

- **Registration Opens**: February 20, 2026 (Ramadan 3, 1447 AH) at 11:00 AM.
- **Itikaf Starts**: March 9, 2026 (Ramadan 20, 1447 AH).
- **Itikaf Ends**: March 19, 2026 (Ramadan 30, 1447 AH).

## **Who can register?**

- Must be a Saudi national or hold Iqamah
- At least 18 years old
- Both Men and Women.

## **How to Register**

Prospective participants must complete the registration process through the official online portal:

1. **Access the Website**: Visit the dedicated Itikaf registration page at: [https://eservices.alharamain.gov.sa/ips/itikafRequests/create](https://eservices.alharamain.gov.sa/ips/itikafRequests/create)
2. **Log In**: Create an account or log in using the "Nafath" national authentication portal for citizens and residents.
3. **Select Location**: Choose whether you wish to observe Itikaf at the **Grand Mosque in Makkah** or the **Prophet's Mosque in Madinah**.
4. **Submit Application**: Agree to the terms and conditions, complete the required personal data, and submit the request.

The registration portal became active at **11:00 AM on Friday, 3 Ramadan 1447 AH, corresponding to February 20, 2026**.

Itikaf, the Sunnah practice of secluding oneself in the mosque for continuous worship, reflection, and Quran recitation, holds special significance during the last ten days of Ramadan as Muslims seek [Laylat al-Qadr](https://theislamicinformation.com/blogs/lessons-from-surah-al-qadr/) (the Night of Decree). The seclusion period will begin at the start of **Ramadan 20** and conclude on **Ramadan 30**.

### **Selection and Confirmation**

Due to limited capacity at both holy sites, all applications will be reviewed. Selections are made based on available space and organizational requirements. Successful applicants will receive a **text message (SMS)** confirmation on their registered mobile number.