Mobile Religious Services Center Launched at Masjid an-Nabawi
New unit brings on-the-spot guidance, Q&A and multilingual materials to worshippers at Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque).
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Masjid al Haram and Nabawi Institutes Open 1448 AH Admissions
Registration for intermediate, secondary and bachelor’s programs runs until 20 Safar 1448 AH (August 3, 2026).
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.
Imam of Masjid al-Haram Sheikh Abdullah Al-Juhani Undergoes Successful Surgery, Recovering Now
Grand Mosque Imam Dr. Abdullah Al-Juhani recovers well after successful operation.
1,000-Year-Old Ibn al-Bawwab Quran Displayed in Makkah
Only two copies of the ancient manuscript exist worldwide, and one is now on show at the Iqra exhibition in Makkah
Umrah Pilgrims Could Face 50,000 Riyals Fine for Staying Beyond Visa Validity
Expats who stay in Saudi Arabia after their visa expires, including Umrah pilgrims, risk fines, jail and deportation.
Museum Displays Quran Writing Materials from Prophet Muhammad PBUH’s Era
The museum in Makkah’s Hira Cultural District shows replica leather, wood, stone and bone pieces used to write the Quran under Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Masjid Addas: Where the Prophet ﷺ Met Servant Addas
A small mosque in Taif marks the spot where the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ rested and met a Christian servant named Addas.
Total Solar Eclipse to Turn Day Into Night in Saudi Arabia in 2027
Makkah and Jeddah are among the cities set to see a rare total solar eclipse on August 2, 2027.
Austria’s Lobmeyr Family Built 140 Chandeliers for Masjid an-Nabawi in 1980s
The Rath family of Vienna spent decades crafting crystal chandeliers now hanging inside Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque) in Madinah.
Maher Al-Muaiqly Promoted to Professor of Islamic Jurisprudence
Grand Mosque imam Sheikh Dr. Maher Al-Muaiqly receives professorship in Fiqh from Umm Al-Qura University.
Masjid al-Haram Cooling System Maintains 22–24°C for Worshippers
One of the world’s largest cooling networks keeps the Grand Mosque comfortable during Umrah and peak summer heat.
Hajj 2027 Cost Set to Rise
Officials say Saudi price rises, fuel costs, and currency shifts will push Hajj costs up in 2027 for pilgrims across countries, not just one nation.
Hajj and Umrah Pilgrims Must Declare Cash or Gold Over SAR 40,000
Travelers, including Hajj and Umrah pilgrims, must now declare cash and gold above SAR 40,000 at Saudi borders.
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.