Algeria Approves 55 Agencies to Organize Hajj 2027
Algeria's National Office of Hajj and Umrah has approved 55 travel agencies to organise the 2027 Hajj, including two public operators, with departures set from Algiers and nine regional airports.
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Algeria's National Office of Hajj and Umrah has approved 55 travel agencies to organise the 2027 Hajj, including two public operators, with departures set from Algiers and nine regional airports.
Jeddah's King Abdulaziz International Airport has started phased operations at Terminal 4, a 15-million-passenger facility that includes a dedicated group check-in area for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.
Indonesia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has stepped up supervision of Umrah travel operators after a series of fraud complaints, urging pilgrims to verify agency licences before booking.
Saudi Arabia Railways and Hitachi Rail have signed a contract to modernize the Al Mashaaer Al Mugaddassah Metro, the 18 km line that moves pilgrims between the holy sites during Hajj.
Egypt's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities released its 2027 tourist Hajj lottery results on September 30, 2026, with 145,530 applicants competing for places and winners given 15 days to pay.
India's Haj Committee has opened a special window offering 500 additional Haj 2027 seats under the Mehram category, with applications accepted from September 23 to October 7, 2026.
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