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makkah 21 Jul 2026

Grand Mosque launches QR live crowd-tracking for Tawaf and Sa'i

Saudi Arabia has introduced a QR-code service giving pilgrims real-time crowd density in the Mataf and Masaa, helping them choose less congested times for Tawaf and Saai.

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saudi 21 Jul 2026

Nusuk Wallet: first international digital wallet for pilgrims

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, with Saudi National Bank, has launched Nusuk Wallet, described as the first international digital wallet and bank card built for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.

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umrah 21 Jul 2026

Pakistan leads Umrah pilgrim numbers as 1448 season surges

Pakistan has sent the most Umrah pilgrims so far this season, ahead of Indonesia and Iraq, as Saudi Arabia records strong growth in arrivals for 1448 AH.

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umrah 21 Jul 2026

Rawdah permit rules 2026: how to book Riyadul Jannah on Nusuk

Saudi authorities have tightened the permit system for visiting the Rawdah inside the Prophet's Mosque, requiring every worshipper to book a free QR-code slot through the Nusuk app.

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saudi 21 Jul 2026

Haramain train guide 2026: fast travel between Makkah and Madinah

The Haramain High-Speed Railway links Makkah, Jeddah and Madinah at up to 300 km/h, cutting the journey between the two holy cities to little more than two hours.

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umrah 20 Jul 2026

King Salman hosts 1,000 Umrah pilgrims from 16 countries

King Salman is hosting 1,000 Umrah pilgrims at his own expense this year through the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Guests Program, with the first group of 250 from 16 countries completing their visit to Madinah and Makkah.

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