Umrah arrivals rise 22.5% as season passes 1.27 million pilgrims
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah reported a 22.5 percent rise in Umrah arrivals, with more than 1.27 million international pilgrims recorded so far this season.
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Last updated: 8 Nov 2026, 5:07 AM (Saudi time)
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah reported a 22.5 percent rise in Umrah arrivals, with more than 1.27 million international pilgrims recorded so far this season.
The General Authority has launched a QR-code crowd-tracking service at the Grand Mosque, letting pilgrims check congestion in the Mataf and Masaa before performing Tawaf and Sai.
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has opened licensing applications for Saudi and international companies to serve overseas pilgrims during the 1448 AH (2027) Hajj season, with bids submitted through the Nusuk platform.
Saudi health authorities have reaffirmed the vaccination and fitness rules for the 1448 AH (2027) Hajj and Umrah season, led by a mandatory meningococcal ACYW vaccine and a declaration of physical fitness to perform the rituals.
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