Hajj News – Dates, Guidelines & Pilgrimage Updates

Kuwait introduces lottery system for Hajj registration

Only Kuwaiti nationals who have not previously performed Hajj will be eligible to apply

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Pilgrims perform prayers at the Grand Mosque in the Saudi holy city of Mecca ahead of the Hajj pilgrimage, on June 19, 2023.

Prophet’s Mosque: Guidance tools in 23 languages

New smart screens and operational plans improve crowd flow during post-Hajj season

Worshippers congregate inside the Prophet's Mosque in Medina.

Grand Mosque visitors urged to follow precautions

Round-the-clock medical services, safety guidelines in place for worshippers in Mecca

Worshippers pack Saudi Arabia's Grand Mosque on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

E-survey to gauge Haj pilgrim satisfaction launched

Feedback from pilgrims to help shape future services, ensure smooth journey

Pilgrims atop Saudi Arabia's Mount Arafat watch others make their way, during the climax of the Hajj pilgrimage on June 5, 2025.

UAE issues health advisory for returning Hajj pilgrims

MoHAP, DHA share important post-return tips for Hajj pilgrims

This year, more than 6,000 UAE pilgrims made the journey to Saudi Arabia for Hajj. Picture used for illustrative purposes

420,000 volunteers served 1.67 million Hajj pilgrims

Mecca Route Initiative streamlined travel for 314,000 pilgrims

A pilgrim receiving a bottle of water upon arrival at Mount Arafat from a volunteer near Mecca.

Hajj pilgrims warned: Exit before visa deadline

Timely exit not only legal obligation but also sign of respect for Kingdom’s regulations

Worshippers and pilgrims gather at the Grand Mosque in Mecca.

Over 2.5m copies of Quran distributed to pilgrims

Copies of Quran are King Salman’s farewell gift to Hajj pilgrims

A pilgrim reads the Quran inside the Grand Mosque in Mecca. The initiative reflects the Kingdom’s deep commitment to serving Islam and its sacred texts, and to honouring pilgrims with a meaningful and spiritual farewell gift.

No Saudi travel ban for Indians after Hajj season

No official notification has been issued by Saudi restricting general travel from India

The temporary ban was not a targeted travel ban against specific nationalities.

Saudi Arabia to resume Umrah visas from June 10

First foreign pilgrims for new Umrah season expected to arrive on Wednesday, June 11

Pilgrims pray around the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque, in Mecca, during the Hajj on June 6.

No summer Hajj until 2050: 25-year calendar unveiled

Starting in 2026, the annual Islamic pilgrimage will gradually move into milder seasons

Pilgrims use umbrellas to shield themselves from the sun as they gather outside Nimrah Mosque to offer the noon prayers in Arafat.

Saudi Arabia welcomed pilgrims from 238 cities

Pilgrimage described as one of most integrated and technologically advanced operations

Pilgrims pray around the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque, in Mecca, during the Hajj on June 6.

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