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April 9, 2026

Indonesia Cuts Hajj 2026 Cost by Rp2 Million Per Pilgrim Despite Rising Fuel Prices

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has announced that Hajj 2026 costs will be reduced by Rp2 million per pilgrim — approximately US$117 — bringing the total to Rp87,409,366 (US$5,145) per pilgrim, despite significant increases in aviation fuel prices.

byWarda Shahid

US Tells American Muslims to Be Careful for Hajj 2026

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April 8, 2026

US Tells American Muslims to Be Careful for Hajj 2026

The US Embassy in Riyadh has advised American Muslims to reconsider participating in Hajj 2026 this year, citing the ongoing security situation in the region and intermittent travel disruptions following the US-Israel war against Iran.

byMaisah

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April 6, 2026

Hajj 2026: Pilgrims Must Carry Nusuk ID Card to Enter Makkah

The Nusuk ID Card is now a mandatory document for all Hajj 2026 pilgrims, required for entry into Makkah, the Masjid al-Haram (Grand Mosque) and the Holy Sites. Without it, entry will not be granted.

bySamira Yusuf

Umrah Opens for Saudi Citizens From April 18 to April 30

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March 31, 2026

Hajj 2026: Umrah Will Be Only Open for Saudi Citizens From April 18 to April 30

Saudi citizens will have a dedicated window to perform Umrah at Masjid al-Haram from 1 Dhul Qi’dah to 13 Dhul Qi’dah 1447 AH — corresponding to April 18 to April 30, 2026 — with the Grand Mosque expected to be significantly less crowd.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

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March 30, 2026

International Hajj 2026 Flights to Begin on April 18

International Hajj flight operations will officially begin on April 18, 2026, with Pakistan’s first flights departing from Karachi, Lahore, Sialkot, and Multan, and Indonesia’s first departure set for April 22.

byMaisah

Hajj 2026 Umrah Visa Holders To Leave Saudi Arabia before April 18

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March 24, 2026

Hajj 2026: Umrah Visa Holders To Leave Saudi Arabia before April 18

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has confirmed that April 18, 2026 — corresponding to 1 Dhul Qi’dah 1447 AH — is the final date for Umrah pilgrims to depart from Saudi Arabia as the Kingdom transitions into Hajj season.

byWarda Shahid

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March 15, 2026

March 20 Is the Last Date for Umrah Visa Issuance Before Hajj 2026

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has set March 20, 2026 as the final date for issuing Umrah visas, with April 3, 2026 as the last permitted date to enter Saudi Arabia before the Hajj season begins.

bySamira Yusuf

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March 1, 2026

Meningitis Vaccine Mandatory for All Hajj 2026 Pilgrims

Ministry of Health launches vaccination campaign for 1447 AH season, requiring meningitis shot within last five years and seasonal flu after September 2025.

bySamira Yusuf