Saudi Arabia Sets Rawdah Visiting Times and Nusuk Permits for Visitors
Saudi Arabia announced designated Rawdah visiting times at the Prophet's Mosque, with men and women given separate windows and access booked through the Nusuk app.
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Last updated: 17 Jun 2026, 6:35 PM (Saudi time)
Saudi Arabia announced designated Rawdah visiting times at the Prophet's Mosque, with men and women given separate windows and access booked through the Nusuk app.
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