Hajj 2027 operator accommodation reservations close on August 13
Saudi Arabia's priority reservation window for Hajj 2027 accommodation in Makkah and Madinah runs until August 13, 2026, as the Kingdom rolls out an integrated service model.
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Nusuk meal voucher to add SAR 20 per day to Umrah visa cost
Saudi Arabia is introducing a mandatory Nusuk meal voucher that will add 20 Saudi riyals per day to the cost of an Umrah visa, starting with pilgrims from four countries.
Umrah 1448: pilgrims face 'No Booking, No Visa' and pre-arrival checks
For the 1448 Umrah season, Saudi Arabia requires verified hotel and transport bookings before a visa is issued and a full pre-arrival data submission before an entry permit is granted.
Saudi Arabia publishes Hajj 2027 roadmap with September registration deadline
Saudi Arabia has released its Hajj 1448 (2027) calendar, setting a 26 September 2026 registration deadline and firm windows for package agreements, payments, visa issuance and travel.
Nigeria pushes to restore 95,000 Hajj quota for 2027 season
Nigeria's NAHCON has begun diplomatic talks to restore its Hajj quota to 95,000 for 2027 after only about 50,000 pilgrims travelled in 2026, alongside reforms to contracts, accommodation and airlift planning.
India's Haj Policy 2027 adds AI management and stricter health screening
India's Haj Policy 2027 introduces AI-assisted pilgrim management, a tighter inspector ratio and two-step medical screening, while keeping the 70:30 quota split. Applications are open and the Qurrah draw is set for July 30.
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India Opens Additional Makkah Control Room as Saudi Flight Disruptions Hit Umrah Pilgrims - Open Magazine
India Opens Additional Makkah Control Room as Saudi Flight Disruptions Hit Umrah Pilgrims Open Magazine
Flights still operating, but Umrah enquiries dip: How Riyadh attacks are affecting pilgrim travel - Gulf Business
Flights still operating, but Umrah enquiries dip: How Riyadh attacks are affecting pilgrim travel Gulf Business
India opens additional Makkah control room as Saudi flight disruptions hit Umrah pilgrims - ANI News
India opens additional Makkah control room as Saudi flight disruptions hit Umrah pilgrims ANI News
India Opens Makkah Control Room for Stranded Umrah Pilgrims - Kashmir Observer
India Opens Makkah Control Room for Stranded Umrah Pilgrims Kashmir Observer
India Sets Up Additional Control Room in Makkah to Assist Umrah Pilgrims Amid Flight Disruptions - Kashmir Life
India Sets Up Additional Control Room in Makkah to Assist Umrah Pilgrims Amid Flight Disruptions Kashmir Life
7 tips for first-time Hajj travellers, from seasoned pilgrims - Condé Nast Traveller Middle East
7 tips for first-time Hajj travellers, from seasoned pilgrims Condé Nast Traveller Middle East