Saudi Hajj Ministry Approves 73 Service Companies for Domestic Pilgrims
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has approved 73 companies as qualified to serve domestic pilgrims, urging pilgrims to contract only through official channels.
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Last updated: 21 Jun 2026, 1:40 AM (Saudi time)
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has approved 73 companies as qualified to serve domestic pilgrims, urging pilgrims to contract only through official channels.
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