Saudi Arabia tightens Hajj 2027 accommodation standards
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Tourism has approved updated licensing, classification and inspection rules for pilgrim accommodation in Makkah and Madinah ahead of the 2027 Hajj season.
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Last updated: 23 Sep 2026, 10:20 AM (Saudi time)
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Tourism has approved updated licensing, classification and inspection rules for pilgrim accommodation in Makkah and Madinah ahead of the 2027 Hajj season.
The Haj Committee of India has named 6,864 applicants in its first Hajj 2027 waiting list, giving them until 30 August 2026 to pay Rs 1,52,300 and confirm their seats.
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