Rawdah permit rules 2026: how to book Riyadul Jannah on Nusuk
Saudi authorities have tightened the permit system for visiting the Rawdah inside the Prophet's Mosque, requiring every worshipper to book a free QR-code slot through the Nusuk app.
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Haramain train guide 2026: fast travel between Makkah and Madinah
The Haramain High-Speed Railway links Makkah, Jeddah and Madinah at up to 300 km/h, cutting the journey between the two holy cities to little more than two hours.
King Salman hosts 1,000 Umrah pilgrims from 16 countries
King Salman is hosting 1,000 Umrah pilgrims at his own expense this year through the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Guests Program, with the first group of 250 from 16 countries completing their visit to Madinah and Makkah.
Hajj 2027: Saudi Arabia makes staff training mandatory for visas
Saudi Arabia has made completion of a state-led training program mandatory for Hajj office staff to obtain visas and permits for the 2027 season, alongside a priority accommodation reservation window running to August 13, 2026.
Hajj 2027: Saudi Arabia bundles services into one package
Saudi Arabia's Hajj 2027 reforms introduce an integrated service model combining accommodation, transport and catering, alongside expanded biometric screening and the Nusuk Card digital ID.
Umrah 2026 health rules: meningococcal vaccine now mandatory
Saudi Arabia requires all Umrah pilgrims aged one and above to show proof of a quadrivalent ACWY meningococcal vaccine, alongside new heat-safety measures for the summer season.
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Umrah visa arrivals rise 22.5% to 931,500 at start of new season - Saudi Gazette
Umrah visa arrivals rise 22.5% to 931,500 at start of new season Saudi Gazette
First Group of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Umrah Guests Departs Makkah - وكالة الأنباء السعودية
First Group of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Umrah Guests Departs Makkah وكالة الأنباء السعودية
No pilgrimage to Makkah this year for Qatari Muslims - AsiaNews
No pilgrimage to Makkah this year for Qatari Muslims AsiaNews
Recovered Ghanaian Hajj Pilgrim returns home safely after specialist medical care in Saudi Arabia - Modern Ghana
Recovered Ghanaian Hajj Pilgrim returns home safely after specialist medical care in Saudi Arabia Modern Ghana
Sustain the gains of 2026 Hajj - Daily Trust
Sustain the gains of 2026 Hajj Daily Trust
Grand Mosque of Paris celebrates 100-year anniversary
The Grand Mosque of Paris is celebrating 100 years since its inauguration.