New Airline Routes Widen Global Access for Umrah Pilgrims
New carriers and routes, including a flynas Jeddah-Rabat link, Mukhtara Air in Indonesia and resumed Uzbekistan flights, are expanding air access for Umrah pilgrims in the 2026 season.
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Bangladesh Sets September 26 Deadline for Hajj 2027 Registration
Bangladesh has released its Hajj 2027 roadmap, requiring pilgrims to register by September 26, 2026, with visas issued from January 28 and flights from April 8, 2027.
Saudi Teams Replace Kaaba's Kiswah for the New Hijri Year
Saudi specialists are carrying out the final stages of replacing the Kaaba's Kiswah, the embroidered black silk covering, in the annual operation that marks the start of the new Hijri year.
Mashair Metro and Haramain Rail Moved Millions During Hajj 2026
Saudi Arabia's rail network carried millions of pilgrims during Hajj 2026, with the Mashair Metro shuttling worshippers between the holy sites and the Haramain high-speed line linking Makkah, Madinah and Jeddah.
Saudi Arabia Sets 1448 AH Umrah Deadlines and Visa Entry Rules
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has set the key dates for the 1448 AH Umrah season and reminded pilgrims that visa holders must now enter the Kingdom within a shorter window after issuance.
Over 11.2 Million Performed Umrah in Final Quarter of 2025
Saudi statistics show more than 11.2 million pilgrims performed Umrah in the fourth quarter of 2025, split almost evenly between visitors from abroad and worshippers already inside the Kingdom.
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Saudi Arabia starts issuing Umrah visas for the new season - Saudi Gazette
Saudi Arabia starts issuing Umrah visas for the new season Saudi Gazette
Saudi Arabia builds major waste processing city south of Mecca by 2027 to serve Hajj and Umrah pilgrims - Gulf News
Saudi Arabia builds major waste processing city south of Mecca by 2027 to serve Hajj and Umrah pilgrims Gulf News
Saudi Arabia reports zero power outages at holy sites during 2026 Hajj - İlke Haber Ajansı
Saudi Arabia reports zero power outages at holy sites during 2026 Hajj İlke Haber Ajansı
Pilgrims Advised To Remain Prayerful As Hajj Ends - Daily Trust
Pilgrims Advised To Remain Prayerful As Hajj Ends Daily Trust
Saudi Arabia launches early preparations for 2027 Hajj season - Gulf News
Saudi Arabia launches early preparations for 2027 Hajj season Gulf News
Pakistan Secures Global 'Labbaitum' & Private Sector Awards for Hajj 2026 Success; 2027 Policy to be Unveiled This Month - | Associated Press Of Pakistan
Pakistan Secures Global 'Labbaitum' & Private Sector Awards for Hajj 2026 Success; 2027 Policy to be Unveiled This Month | Associated Press Of Pakistan