Latest News & Updates
Hajj Pilgrimage Update 2024
October 28, 2024 Hajj & UmrahSaudi Arabia has announced new guidelines for Hajj 2024. The new rules are focused on enhancing the safety and comfort of pilgrims...
Expansion Project in Mecca
October 15, 2024 MeccaThe expansion project in the holy city of Mecca continues, with new facilities and services being added to accommodate more pilgrims...
COVID-19 Measures for Umrah
October 5, 2024 UmrahSaudi Arabia has updated COVID-19 guidelines for Umrah, encouraging visitors to follow health measures to ensure the safety of all pilgrims...
Madinah Heritage Site Restorations
September 28, 2024 MadinahRestorations are underway in Madinah’s historical sites to preserve its rich heritage and improve the visitor experience...
New Hajj Registration System
January 3, 2025 HajjA new streamlined online registration system for Hajj pilgrims has been introduced to improve accessibility and ease of registration...
Enhanced Umrah Visa Services
December 15, 2024 UmrahThe Saudi government has launched enhanced Umrah visa services, allowing pilgrims to complete the process more efficiently and without delays...
Expanded Pilgrim Accommodations in Makkah
November 22, 2024 MakkahThe accommodation options for pilgrims in Makkah have been expanded with new hotels and facilities to accommodate the growing number of visitors...
New App for Hajj & Umrah Pilgrims
October 30, 2024 TechnologyA new app has been launched to provide Hajj and Umrah pilgrims with real-time information on prayer timings, crowd management, and more...
Advanced Crowd Control Measures for Hajj
October 10, 2024 HajjAdvanced crowd control measures are being implemented at key Hajj sites to ensure the safety and comfort of millions of pilgrims...
Makkah Metro Line to Expand for Hajj
September 18, 2024 MakkahThe Makkah Metro expansion project will increase transportation capacity during the Hajj season, easing movement around the holy sites...
Vaccination Requirements for Pilgrims
August 25, 2024 HealthNew vaccination requirements for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims have been enforced to ensure the health and safety of everyone involved...
Makkah Grand Mosque Expansion Completion
July 20, 2024 MakkahThe expansion of the Makkah Grand Mosque has been completed, providing more space for the millions of pilgrims visiting during Hajj...
New Hajj Regulations for Pilgrims from Abroad
June 5, 2024 HajjNew regulations have been introduced for foreign pilgrims planning to perform Hajj, including documentation and health requirements...
Sustainability Initiatives for Hajj & Umrah
May 30, 2024 EnvironmentThe Saudi government has launched several sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages...