Hajj 2026: Makkah Municipality Opens Hajj Seasonal Job Applications for Saudis
Holy Capital Municipality is hiring Public Services Supervisors and Heavy Truck Drivers for the 2026 Hajj season.
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Hajj 2026: Nigerian Mother and Son Die in Road Crash 13 Days Before Hajj Flight
A Kano family loses two members just days before their planned journey to Makkah.
Saudi Arabia Launches Live Crowd Tracker for Tawaf and Sa’i at Masjid al-Haram
Worshippers can now check congestion levels in real time before entering key areas of the Grand Mosque.
Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia Introduces Electronic Pilgrim Tracking System for Hajj
For the first time this year, new digital systems will monitor pilgrim movement in and out of the Mina camps.
Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia Completes Miqat Preparations for Hajj
Entry point sites upgraded with expanded prayer areas, new water systems, 230+ cameras, and enhanced facilities for pilgrims.
Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia to Cover Hajj Seasonal Worker Visa Costs
The state will pay for temporary work visas used by seasonal labour in the Hady and Adahi slaughter project.
Pakistani Family Serves Tea and Coffee to Masjid an-Nabawi Visitors for 70 Years
A Pakistani family originally from Sindh province has been serving tea, coffee, and food to visitors of Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah for 70 years — a tradition started by the grandfather and now carried on by the third generation.
Hajj 2026: Over 12,000 Flights Scheduled for Hajj Pilgrims
Saudi Arabia allocates 3.1 million seats on 12,000 flights to transport pilgrims safely during the Hajj season.
Hajj 2026: First Hajj Pilgrims Groups Arrive in Saudi Arabia
First Hajj 2026 pilgrims land at Madinah Munawwarah airport to begin sacred journey.
Hajj 2026: Kaaba’s Kiswa Lifted Ahead of Hajj
The Kiswa — the black cloth covering the Kaaba — was lifted at 1 AM on April 18, 2026, marking the beginning of the Hajj 2026 season following more than 10 days of maintenance.
Hajj 2026: Saudi Government to Cover Livestock Import Duties During Hajj Season
Saudi Arabia’s Council of Ministers has approved a decision to bear all taxes and customs fees on live livestock shipments from 1 Dhul Qi’dah 1447 AH — April 18, 2026 — through the end of Hajj season 1447 AH.
Hajj 2026: Hajj Volunteer Registration Opens for Health Workers
Health Society opens Hajj volunteer sign-ups April 8-18, 2026 for practitioners and students with BLS certification.
Hajj 2026: First Hajj Flights To Arrive on April 18 From Pakistan, Indonesia, Bangladesh and India
The first Hajj 2026 flights carrying pilgrims from Pakistan, Bangladesh, India, and Indonesia are scheduled to land in Saudi Arabia on April 18, 2026 — marking the official start of the Hajj 2026 arrival season.
Hajj 2026: Performing Hajj Without Permit May Lead to 100,000 SAR Fine
Saudi authorities introduce fines and deportation for Hajj permit violations to ensure pilgrim safety and order.
Hajj 2026: Pakistan Provides Free SIM Cards with Data for Hajj Pilgrims
Pakistani Hajj pilgrims receive free local SIMs with calls and data for their Saudi stay under new government initiative.