India's Hajj 2027 applications close July 20 as quota nears 175,000
India's Hajj Committee has opened Hajj 2027 registration with a strict July 20 deadline, a digital draw in late July, and new AI-driven pilgrim services.
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Last updated: 8 Nov 2026, 5:07 AM (Saudi time)
India's Hajj Committee has opened Hajj 2027 registration with a strict July 20 deadline, a digital draw in late July, and new AI-driven pilgrim services.
Pakistan's Ministry of Religious Affairs says more than 232,000 pilgrims registered for Hajj 2027 in the first 14 days of a fully digital, mandatory campaign.
New Umrah rules for 2026-2027 make Nusuk registration mandatory for all pilgrims, cut entry visa validity to 30 days, and require confirmed hotel and transport bookings before a visa is issued.
Pilgrims travelling for Umrah or Hajj in 2026 must present a valid meningococcal ACWY certificate, with polio and yellow fever vaccines required for travellers from affected countries and flu vaccination strongly advised.
Saudi Arabia has launched early preparations for the 2027 Hajj season, introducing unified service packages, three package categories, and mandatory training for Hajj staff.
Saudi Arabia's 1448 AH Umrah season is under way, with visas issued from May 31, 2026, final visa issuance on March 9, 2027, last entry March 23, and departure by April 7, 2027.
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