India Launches Hajj 2027 Groundwork as Saudi Documents Arrive
India has opened the administrative cycle for Hajj 2027 after receiving Saudi preparation documents, with an advisory urging pilgrims to ready their passports ahead of registration.
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Makkah Route Initiative Pre-Cleared 388,694 Pilgrims in Hajj 1447
Saudi Arabia's Makkah Route Initiative pre-cleared 388,694 pilgrims across 10 countries for Hajj 1447, completing entry procedures in about 40 seconds before departure.
Umrah Season Reopens for 1448 AH With Nusuk-Only Permits
Saudi Arabia reopened the 1448 AH Umrah season on May 31, 2026, with Grand Mosque permits now issued only through the Nusuk app and a shorter 30-day visa entry window.
Saudi Arabia Scraps Hajj Package D in Three-Tier Overhaul for 2027
Saudi Arabia has eliminated the budget Package D for Hajj 2027 and consolidated offerings into three regulated tiers, making integrated accommodation, transport, and catering contracts mandatory for all operators.
Al-Mashaaer Metro Moves Over Two Million Pilgrims in Hajj 1447
Saudi Arabia Railways carried more than two million passengers on the fully electric Al-Mashaaer Metro between Mina, Muzdalifah and Arafat during Hajj 1447 AH, replacing some 50,000 bus trips.
Kaaba Receives New Kiswa to Mark Start of 1448 AH
The Holy Kaaba was draped in a new kiswa on June 16 to mark the Hijri year 1448 AH, the work of about 150 craftsmen over 11 months using 47 pieces of black silk and gold-plated silver thread.
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Saudi Arabia launches one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa - Gulf Business
Saudi Arabia launches one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa Gulf Business
Saudi Arabia’s New Umrah Visa Lets Pilgrims Visit Multiple Times In A Year - Travel and Leisure Asia
Saudi Arabia’s New Umrah Visa Lets Pilgrims Visit Multiple Times In A Year Travel and Leisure Asia
Hajj 2026: Nine states complete return airlift - Premium Times Nigeria
Hajj 2026: Nine states complete return airlift Premium Times Nigeria
Pilgrims visit Grand Mosque ahead of annual hajj pilgrimage, in Mecca
Pilgrims visit Grand Mosque ahead of annual hajj pilgrimage, in Mecca Reuters
As Iran war persists, some US Muslims consider risks of Mecca pilgrimage - Religion News Service
As Iran war persists, some US Muslims consider risks of Mecca pilgrimage Religion News Service
3 Indonesians arrested in Makkah for promoting fake Hajj services - Saudi Gazette
3 Indonesians arrested in Makkah for promoting fake Hajj services Saudi Gazette