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Over 190,000 Umrah Visas Issued as 1447 Umrah Season Starts
Since Wednesday, Dhu al-Hijjah 15, more than 190,000 Umrah visas have been granted via the Nusuk platform.
GCC Citizens Get Year-Round Umrah Access via Instant Permits
GCC nationals can now perform Umrah any time of year through any port with instant permits on Nusuk, plus easy visa options for transit, tourist, and dedicated Umrah visas.
Saudi Arabia Grants 30-Day Extension for Expired Visit Visas
Visitors can now extend expired visit visas for final departure through Absher from 1 Muharram 1447 AH (June 27, 2025) by paying required fees and fines.
Kaaba Gets New Kiswa as New Islamic Year 1447 Begins
The Kiswa is the black silk cloth with decorative stitching that covers the Sacred Kaaba. It gets replaced every year when the new Islamic calendar year begins.
Islamic New Year 1447 Begins as Crescent Moon Sighted in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia confirms the sighting of the Muharram crescent, marking Thursday, June 26, 2025, as the first day of the new Hijri year 1447. Muslims around the world prepare for a month of spiritual reflection and remembrance.
2025 Kiswa of the Kaaba Costs 25 million Riyals and Weighs 1415 KG
Saudi Arabia reveals the new Kiswah after 11 months of meticulous work, featuring 47 handcrafted silk panels, 68 Quranic verses in gold and silver thread, and weighing over 1,400 kilograms.
Saudi Arabia Uses U.S.-Made Patriot Missile Systems To Protect Masjid al Haram and Nabawi
Saudi Arabia uses Patriot and THAAD missile defense systems to protect the holy cities of Mecca and Medina, along with important national buildings and facilities, from potential attacks in the region.
Abdul Rahim Amin Bukhari: The Calligrapher Who Left His Mark on the Kaaba
When millions of Muslims turn toward the Kaaba in Mecca for prayer, few may realize that the sweeping gold calligraphy on its iconic black cloth, the Kiswa, bears the legacy of a single artist — Abdul Rahim Amin Bukhari.
Kiswah to Be Changed on 1st Muharram 1447 (June 25, 2025)
Makkah prepares for the ceremonial replacement of the Kaaba’s cloth covering on 1st Muharram 1447 AH, a moment that marks the beginning of the Islamic New Year.
Smart Screens at Masjid an Nabawi Guide Pilgrims in 23 Languages
Multilingual interactive technology bridges cultural gaps and enriches worshipers’ spiritual journey in Madinah.
Saudia Flight Carrying Indonesian Hajj Pilgrims Makes Emergency Landing After Bomb Hoax: All Passengers Safe
The flight was landed safely, the threat turned out to be a hoax.
Hotel Booking Required Before Umrah Visas For International Pilgrims
As of June 10, 2025, all international pilgrims must register with the Nusuk Masar digital platform and approve their accommodation contracts prior to receiving an Umrah visa.
AI Device To Track Daily Pilgrim Numbers Launched at Masjid al Haram
Masjid Al Haram has launched state-of-the-art monitoring devices at its entrances to accurately record the daily influx of pilgrims.
Shuttle Service to Rawdah Launches for Elderly and Disabled Pilgrims
New Medina shuttle connects Al-Masjid an-Nabawi’s Rawdah area with nearby points, prioritizing older worshippers and those with disabilities.
Umrah Season 1447 AH Starts with Visa and Nusuk Permits
Pilgrims worldwide can now obtain visas and Umrah permits via the Nusuk app as Makkah entry restrictions are lifted.