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Saudi Arabia Sets Deadlines for Umrah Pilgrims' Entry and Departure

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of Saudi Arabia has announced that the final date for Umrah pilgrims to enter the Kingdom is 13 April 2025, corresponding to the 15th of Shawwal 1446H. Additionally, the deadline for all pilgrims to depart is 29 April 2025, which aligns with the 1st of Dhu al-Qi'dah......

Record number of pilgrims perform Hajj and Umrah in 2024

Nearly 18.5 million individuals completed the Hajj and Umrah in 2024, as reported by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. This impressive figure is attributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing capacity, developing airports, expanding transportation networks, and implementing technological systems......

Saudi Arabia enhances health guidelines for Hajj 2025

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has unveiled new health protocols for the 2025 Hajj season, aimed at ensuring the safety of pilgrims during their religious journey. These initiatives are part of a broader effort to improve disease prevention measures, enhance medical services, and maintain a......

Saudi Arabia Updates Health Measures for Hajj 2025

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has updated its health measures for the 2025 Hajj season, reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding the health and safety of pilgrims. These updates aim to strengthen health prevention efforts and ensure the delivery of high-quality medical services while optimizing......

Morocco reduces 2025 Hajj costs, announces refunds for pilgrims

The Royal Commission for Pilgrimage in Morocco has set the cost for the 2025 Hajj season (1446 H) at MAD 63,770 (6,377),reflectingareductionfromthepreviousyear’sfeeofMAD66,865.50(6,377), reflecting a reduction from the previous year’s fee of MAD 66,865.50 (6,377),reflectingareductionfromthepreviousyear’sfeeofMAD66,865.50(6,686).......

Morocco sets comprehensive plans for Hajj 1446 with 34,000 pilgrim quota

Morocco's Minister of Islamic Affairs, Ahmed Toufiq, presented detailed preparations for Hajj 1446 to the House of Representatives on Monday, outlining key organizational measures for Moroccan pilgrims. The minister described a two-stage organizational approach. The first stage involves annual meetings......

Morocco's International Travel Spending Soars to $2.6 Billion, Defying Local Survey Predictions

Moroccan citizens' expenditure on international travel reached a remarkable 26.7 billion Moroccan dirhams ($2.6 billion) by November 2024, according to recent data released by the Exchange Office. This represents a substantial increase of 4.5 billion MAD ($447,359) compared to the previous year's......

Morocco Launches Hajj Payment Process for 1446H Season

The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs has unveiled the payment procedure for this year's Hajj pilgrimage. From September 2 to September 20, selected citizens will process their fees through Barid Bank agencies across Morocco, with certified checks accepted. The cost for participants chosen......

Moroccan Pilgrims Granted Direct Route to Arafat: New Fatwa Eases Hajj Journey

In a landmark decision, Morocco’s Supreme Scientific Council has issued a fatwa permitting Moroccan pilgrims to bypass Mina and proceed directly to Arafat on the ninth of Dhul-Hijjah, addressing logistical and physical challenges faced during the Hajj pilgrimage. The announcement, made public......