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Dernière mise à jour : 30 Oct 2026, 9:23 AM (heure saoudienne)
Iran has resumed sending Umrah pilgrims to Saudi Arabia after a six-month suspension, with 18,000 travelling in the first phase while about five million voucher holders remain on a waiting list.
The UAE has opened online registration for Emirati citizens seeking to perform Hajj in 2027, with applications accepted from September 14 to 25 and selection handled by an automated system.
Saudi authorities say digital systems have cut pilgrim waiting times at the Grand Mosque from about two hours to nine minutes, part of a push to make the site among the world's smartest by 2030.
Saudi Arabia's Hajj and Umrah ministry says there are no new requirements for Umrah pilgrims from over 170 countries, while expanding digital services and suspending underperforming companies.
Saudi Arabia's multiple-entry Umrah visa is valid for 365 days with a 90-day total stay, but pilgrims must still book a Nusuk package and obtain a permit for every visit.
The OIC, Muslim World League and several governments condemned a Houthi drone attempt to strike Makkah, calling it a violation of Islam's holiest sites and expressing solidarity with Saudi Arabia.
Picture of Khaba, pilgrims seen performing their Pilgrimage during the Hold Month of Haj with proper Social Distancing. Usually Millions throng the Holy Khaba at Mecca during this Holy Month of Haj, due to the prevailing Pandemic the Govt. Of Saudi Arabia h Instagram