Ministry of Health launches vaccination campaign for 1447 AH season, requiring meningitis shot within last five years and seasonal flu after September 2025.
Ministry warns private pilgrimage companies that negligence causing pilgrims to miss Hajj 2026 will result in permanent operating bans and financial penalties.
New regulation prohibits pilgrims under age 12 from participating in 2026 Hajj, a safety measure implemented after heat-related fatalities in previous hajj seasons.
New regulations bar pilgrims with serious medical conditions from performing Hajj, with deportation for those presenting fraudulent health certificates.
Makkah Municipality invites catering contractors to register for Hajj 1447 season, starting Tuesday 29 Rabi’ Al-Akhir 1447 AH, as preparations begin for next year’s pilgrimage.