Indonesia Cuts Hajj Waiting Time to 14 Years
Pilgrims leaving this year face an average Hajj waiting time of 14 years, down from 26 years, after the ministry cleared 400,000 invalid records.
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Saudi Arabia Launches Hajj 2027 Contracting Package for Agencies
The Comprehensive Package lets Hajj offices and agencies contract four core services in one online request.
Saudi Arabia Launches 4th Edition of Umrah and Visit Forum
Minister Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah opens the forum as registrations grow 157% between 2024 and 2026.
Saudi Hajj Ministry Starts Using AI to Improve Pilgrim Services
Nusuk AI and Digital Mutawwif help millions of pilgrims with real-time guidance in over 180 languages.
Hajj 2027: Health Certificates Now Mandatory for Hajj Pilgrims
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah requires health clearance certificates through Nusuk Masar before Hajj 2027 visas are issued.
Saudi Arabia Begins Early Preparations for Hajj 1448 With 75+ Countries
Saudi Arabia has started early preparations for Hajj 1448 by meeting Hajj affairs offices from more than 75 countries to improve coordination and pilgrim services.
Umrah Pilgrims Must Book Nusuk Service Package for Every Visit
Ministry of Hajj and Umrah says a valid multiple-entry visa does not remove the need to book a package and permit for each trip.
Saudi Hajj Hotline Handles 134,000 Calls Since June in 11 Languages
The Care Center for Guests of the Most Merciful, reachable through the unified number 1966, continues to answer pilgrim calls around the clock in more than 11 languages.
Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Launches Contest for Best Pilgrim Umbrella
Ministry invites designers to create lightweight, sun-safe umbrellas for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.
Hajj 2027: Saudi Ministry Approves Hajj 1447 Service Provider Rankings
Evaluation covers three categories of companies serving pilgrims from abroad during Hajj 2026.
Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Launches New Digital Integrations Portal
Ministry of Hajj and Umrah introduces single platform to link with government and private partners.
Saudi Arabia Launches One-Year Multiple-Entry Umrah Visa
New visa lets pilgrims enter Saudi Arabia repeatedly over 365 days, with up to 90 days total stay.
Hajj Ministry Completes 100% Cloud Migration of Data Center
Minister Tawfiq Al-Rabiah marks full cloud transition of the Hajj and Umrah Data Center, serving over 20 million pilgrims yearly.
Hajj 2026: Pilgrims Told to Stay in Camps Between 10 am and 4 pm
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah warns outdoor movement during peak heat hours puts pilgrims at serious risk.
Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia to Resume Umrah Visas on 31 May 2026
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah sets 14 Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH as the official restart date for international Umrah pilgrim entry into the Kingdom.