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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Last updated: 18 Sep 2026, 10:23 AM (Saudi time)
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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