Umrah hits record 15.2 million pilgrims in first quarter of 2026
Official statistics show more than 15.2 million pilgrims performed Umrah in the first quarter of 2026, with air travel carrying the vast majority of international arrivals.
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Pakistan adopts first four-year Hajj policy covering 2027 to 2030
Pakistan's federal cabinet has approved its first four-year Hajj Policy and Plan for 2027 to 2030, introducing single-registration, full digitisation, a Shariah-compliant savings scheme and mandatory pilgrim training.
Nusuk opens early international registration of interest for Hajj 2027
Saudi Arabia has launched an early registration-of-interest process on the Nusuk Hajj platform for international pilgrims planning Hajj 2027, though registering does not confirm a booking.
Pakistan extends Umrah vaccination card deadline to September 25
Pakistan has deferred enforcement of its new NADRA-linked digital vaccination card for Umrah pilgrims until September 25, after airport authorities warned the system was not ready for immediate rollout.
Saudi Arabia sets new Hajj accommodation classification for 2027
Saudi Arabia has approved updated regulations classifying Hajj accommodation into economy and first class, with multi-stage inspections and a schedule of violations ahead of the 2027 season.
Iran resumes Umrah with 18,000 pilgrims as millions wait
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.
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Third Group of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Umrah Program Departs Makkah - spa.gov.sa
Third Group of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Umrah Program Departs Makkah spa.gov.sa
Saudi Arabia ready to host Hajj with 1.5m pilgrims expected - Arab News
Saudi Arabia ready to host Hajj with 1.5m pilgrims expected Arab News
Wadi Al-Usaylah's Ancient Inscriptions, Historic Wells Trace Early Hajj Routes Near Makkah - spa.gov.sa
Wadi Al-Usaylah's Ancient Inscriptions, Historic Wells Trace Early Hajj Routes Near Makkah spa.gov.sa
Guests of Umrah program visit cultural district in Makkah - arabnews.com
Guests of Umrah program visit cultural district in Makkah arabnews.com
Hajj registration ends 24 Sept; Bangladesh has 78,500 pilgrim quota for 2027 - Prothom Alo English
Hajj registration ends 24 Sept; Bangladesh has 78,500 pilgrim quota for 2027 Prothom Alo English
Makkah Region Deputy Governor Inspects Hajj and Umrah Halls Complex at King Abdulaziz International Airport - وكالة الأنباء السعودية
Makkah Region Deputy Governor Inspects Hajj and Umrah Halls Complex at King Abdulaziz International Airport وكالة الأنباء السعودية