Special Shaheen project by female Students from King Abdulaziz University’s College of Computing and Information Technology wins first place in the Hajj and Umrah Transport Management Technologies Track at the […]
The meetings are part of early planning efforts to enhance coordination and readiness, facilitate pilgrims’ journeys and improve services. (SPA/File photo) Arab News August 17, 2026 MAKKAH: The Ministry of […]
The first group of guests participating in the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Hajj, Umrah and Visitation Program has visited the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Holy Kaaba Kiswa. […]
Jakarta (ANTARA) – Minister of Hajj and Umrah Mochamad Irfan Yusuf stated that the government will adjust preparations for the 2027 Hajj pilgrimage in accordance with the timeline provided by […]
Sources tell Middle East Eye the US president was told of severe ‘reputational damage’ if he resumes war during the Muslim pilgrimage, as well as global air travel disruptions Muslim […]
Pilgrims using the Tawakkalna app can now view Hajj permits and related travel documents electronically from the initial stages of their journey. (SPA photo) Arab News May 08, 2026 RIYADH: Saudi Arabia is expanding its digital services through the national “super app” Tawakkalna, allowing beneficiaries of the Makkah Route Initiative […]
The guide is available in Arabic, English, French, Urdu, Persian, Indonesian, Turkish, and Malay — ensuring health messages reach pilgrims of all nationalities and linguistic backgrounds. (SPA) Arab News May 08, 2026 RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has launched the Hajj 1447 AH Health Awareness Guide in eight languages […]
Image: SPA Arab News May 06, 2026 RIYADH: Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, head of the Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, has inaugurated a cloud-based communication system to answer visitor inquiries at the Grand Mosque. The scheme is part of the presidency’s efforts to […]
The Ministry of Interior said the penalties for violating permit regulations aim to ensure a safe and smooth pilgrimage. (SPA/File photo) Arab News April 29, 2026 Jeddah: Security forces continue […]
The ministry urged prospective pilgrims to verify their permits before travel. (SPA) Updated 39 sec ago Arab News April 26, 2026 JEDDAH: The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah stressed that […]
The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has begun implementing its operational plan for the Hajj season. (@AlharamainSA) Updated 6 sec ago Arab News April 21, 2026 RIYADH: The […]
Previous 1 / 3 The permit system is a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s efforts to manage the massive influx of worshippers converging on Makkah each year. (SPA) 2 / 3 Early indicators suggest strong demand for 2026, with registrations and planning already underway through national Hajj missions and digital platforms. (SPA) 3 / […]
Previous 1 / 10 Bangladeshi Hajj pilgrims departed from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka on Saturday. (SPA) 2 / 10 Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Abdullah […]
April 17, 2026 | Saudi Gazette MAKKAH — With millions of pilgrims arriving annually to perform Hajj, Saudi Arabia’s Roads General Authority (RGA) has developed an extensive road network linking […]
Previous 1 / 3 Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq Al-Rabiah tours the exhibition displaying initiatives and projects. (SPA) 2 / 3 Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq Al-Rabiah tours the exhibition […]
The initiative helps pilgrims make informed choices ahead of the official booking phase and provides service providers with insights to prepare for the season. (SPA) Updated 41 sec ago SPA […]
Previous 1 / 3 The center will present Hajj climate scenarios and join a panel on using climate studies to improve holy sites and services. (SPA) 2 / 3 The center will […]
The initiatives align with the Pilgrim Experience Program objectives within Saudi Vision 2030. (SPA) Updated 9 sec ago Arab News September 19, 2025 RIYADH: The fifth annual Hajj Conference and […]
Muslims pray around the Kaaba, Islam’s holiest shrine, at the Grand Mosque complex in Makkah early on June 6, 2025. (AFP) Updated 21 sec ago SPA June 13, 2025 MAKKAH: […]
According to the National Center of Meteorology, the 1446 Hajj season officially marks the end of the pilgrimage coinciding with the peak summer months, a pattern that will not return […]