Saudi Arabia caps Umrah trip programs at 15 days for 1448 season
New 1448-season regulations cap organised Umrah programs at 15 days, with an exception allowing up to 35 days for trips between 15 Sha'ban and 17 Ramadan.
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Saudi Arabia to require training for foreign Hajj office staff in 2027
Saudi Arabia will require foreign Hajj affairs office staff to complete a mandatory training programme before receiving visas and permits for the 2027 season, part of a wider service overhaul with a detailed contracting and visa timeline.
Nusuk app adds AI crowd alerts and offline access for Umrah pilgrims
The Nusuk app now offers AI-based crowd alerts, a colour-coded gate capacity system and zero-data access for the 2026 Umrah season, with bookings and permits tied directly to the visa process.
Saudi steps up heat safety for summer Umrah pilgrims in Makkah
As Makkah temperatures climb into the low 40s Celsius, Saudi authorities have expanded misting stations, cooling and support services to protect summer Umrah pilgrims.
Egypt approves 1448 Umrah rules with pilgrim ID cards, GPS buses
Egypt has approved new 1448 AH Umrah regulations requiring pilgrim ID cards, GPS tracking of buses inside Saudi Arabia, and stricter program length limits.
Hajj 2027 health rules: meningococcal vaccine made mandatory
Saudi health authorities have confirmed the meningococcal ACYW vaccine as a mandatory entry requirement for Hajj 2027, alongside COVID-19, polio and routine immunisation guidance.
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Kemenhaj Supports Saudi Arabia's Efforts to Combat Intermediary Practices in Hajj Services - Kompas.com
Kemenhaj Supports Saudi Arabia's Efforts to Combat Intermediary Practices in Hajj Services Kompas.com
Turkish Man Dies While Praying at Konya Airport Before Umrah Flight - The Islamic Information
Turkish Man Dies While Praying at Konya Airport Before Umrah Flight The Islamic Information
Turkiye’s parliament ratifies Mecca defence agreement
Parliament's approval lays the groundwork for further Turkish involvement in Saudi Arabia's conflict with the Houthis.
Saudi coalition intercepts missile fired towards Medina
Interception comes after Saudi civil defence agency warned of potential danger near the strategic port of Yanbu.
Makkah committee reviews Hajj 2027 preparations - Madhyamam
Makkah committee reviews Hajj 2027 preparations Madhyamam
More travel packages, shorter trips on offer for Haj 2027 pilgrims - The Straits Times
More travel packages, shorter trips on offer for Haj 2027 pilgrims The Straits Times