Saudi Arabia lets Pakistani-origin POC holders join 2027 Hajj quota
Saudi Arabia has approved the inclusion of Pakistan Origin Card holders in Pakistan's 2027 Hajj quota for the first time, reserving 1,792 places for them.
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Saudi Arabia unveils major service reforms for Hajj 2027 season
Saudi Arabia has begun early preparations for the 1448 AH Hajj, introducing integrated service packages, mandatory staff training and a restructured three-tier package system.
Egypt opens 2027 Hajj lottery applications as government begins early preparations
Egypt's Interior Ministry will receive Hajj al-Qura lottery applications for the 2027 season from 12 to 27 August 2026, as Prime Minister Madbouly orders early completion of travel, accommodation and medical arrangements.
Indonesia proposes higher 2027 Hajj cost with 60:40 subsidy split
Indonesia has proposed raising its 2027 Hajj cost to about Rp107.34 million per pilgrim and shifting to a 60:40 subsidy split, with the government fund covering 60 percent and pilgrims 40 percent.
Pakistan sets Hajj 2027 packages at up to $4,695, payments open Aug 17
Pakistan has set its 2027 government Hajj packages at Rs1.2 million to Rs1.3 million ($4,334 to $4,695), with payments opening August 17 through a new fully digital system.
Indonesia races to meet new Saudi rules for 2027 Hajj
Indonesia is adjusting its 2027 Hajj plans to meet new Saudi rules, including a 1.5 doctors and 1.7 nurses per 1,000 pilgrims ratio, a single service provider model and fully digital Nusuk contracting, while grappling with rising costs and pressure on its Hajj fund.
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Gateway Air ready to airlift hajj pilgrims — Abiodun - Daily Post Nigeria
Gateway Air ready to airlift hajj pilgrims — Abiodun Daily Post Nigeria
Wadi Al-Usaylah's Ancient Inscriptions, Historic Wells Trace Early Hajj Routes Near Makkah - spa.gov.sa
Wadi Al-Usaylah's Ancient Inscriptions, Historic Wells Trace Early Hajj Routes Near Makkah spa.gov.sa
Hajj registration ends 24 Sept; Bangladesh has 78,500 pilgrim quota for 2027 - Prothom Alo English
Hajj registration ends 24 Sept; Bangladesh has 78,500 pilgrim quota for 2027 Prothom Alo English
Makkah Region Deputy Governor Inspects Hajj and Umrah Halls Complex at King Abdulaziz International Airport - وكالة الأنباء السعودية
Makkah Region Deputy Governor Inspects Hajj and Umrah Halls Complex at King Abdulaziz International Airport وكالة الأنباء السعودية
Yobe records zero pilgrim abscondment in 2026 Hajj – Buni - Punch Newspapers
Yobe records zero pilgrim abscondment in 2026 Hajj – Buni Punch Newspapers
Strict security in Makkah targets Hajj violations - Arab News
Strict security in Makkah targets Hajj violations Arab News