Saudi Arabia begins Hajj 1448 planning with over 75 countries
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has opened a series of early preparatory meetings with Hajj affairs offices from more than 75 countries ahead of the 1448 AH (2027) season.
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Saudi committee reviews Umrah season, orders Hajj 1448 readiness
The Permanent Committee for Hajj and Umrah has reviewed the current Umrah season and stressed the highest levels of readiness for the 1448 AH Hajj, calling for stronger integration between agencies.
Saudi rail carries 83 million passengers as Haramain link serves pilgrims
Saudi Arabia's rail network carried more than 83 million passengers in the first half of 2026, up 16 percent, with the Haramain High-Speed Railway moving millions between Makkah and Madinah.
Saudi Arabia records 15.2 million Umrah performers in Q1 2026
Official GASTAT data shows more than 15.2 million people performed Umrah in the first quarter of 2026, with domestic pilgrims making up nearly two-thirds and international arrivals travelling mostly by air.
Turkey switches Hajj 2027 pilgrim fees from riyals to US dollars
Turkey's Diyanet has set its Hajj 2027 fees in US dollars rather than Saudi riyals, with a standard package priced at $9,200, drawing internal criticism over a roughly 41 percent increase as nearly 1.88 million people entered the lottery for 84,942 places.
Saudi Arabia updates Hajj 1448 accommodation licensing standards
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Tourism has approved updated licensing and classification standards for Hajj accommodation in Makkah and Madinah ahead of Hajj 1448, introducing Economy and First Class categories and multi-stage inspections.
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First group of king’s Umrah guests to arrive in Madinah on Wednesday - Arab News
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Hajj 2026 LIVE: Muslims continue pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia - The Lufkin Daily News
Hajj 2026 LIVE: Muslims continue pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia The Lufkin Daily News
Muslim pilgrims converge on Mount Arafat in Saudi Arabia as the Hajj reaches its peak - Religion News Service
Muslim pilgrims converge on Mount Arafat in Saudi Arabia as the Hajj reaches its peak Religion News Service