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    10,000 foreign pilgrims arrive to perform Umrah after 7 months of virus lockdown

    01 Nov 2020

    As per precautionary measures, 500 groups of international pilgrims are dispersed throughout the day, each with 20 pilgrims. The maximum age limit for international pilgrims is set at 50.

    Saudi Arabia closes registration for domestic Hajj pilgrims

    12 Jun 2022

    The ministry said in a press statement that the number of applicants for Hajj from inside Saudi Arabia has reached more than 390,000, adding that the selection of candidates will be done by electronic lottery.

    Saudi authority offers smart solutions to visitors of Two Holy Mosques

    08 Apr 2024

    To facilitate visitors, SDAIA has integrated services from various government entities into the "Tawakkalna" application, available in seven languages in 77 countries worldwide. These services include issuing Umrah permits, checking weather conditions, determining the Qibla direction..

    Saudi Arabia provides free Wi-Fi service for pilgrims

    07 Jun 2024

    According to the Saudi Press Agency, the high-speed Wi-Fi allows pilgrims to browse the ministry's electronic services and download them directly to their smart devices.

    Ambassador tours UAE pilgrims' camps before Hajj rituals

    08 Jun 2024

    During the visit, Sheikh Nahyan Bin Saif was briefed on the preparations, facilities, and services for UAE pilgrims in anticipation of this year's Hajj rituals.

    First groups of pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia to attend this year’s Hajj

    09 May 2024

    The first groups of Muslim pilgrims from several countries, including Pakistan and India, arrived in Saudi Arabia on Thursday ahead of next month’s Hajj. Hajj is expected to begin on or around June 14 and conclude on June 19.

    Hajj pilgrims arrive in Mina to spend Day of Tarwiyah

    14 Jun 2024

    Hajj Pilgrims began arriving in Mina to spend the Day of Tarwiyah (quenching the thirst) to worship God, petitioning Him for acceptance and forgiveness...

    Tens of thousands of pilgrims pray on Mount Arafat in Hajj climax

    15 Jun 2024

    After Arafat they will head to Muzdalifah, where they will collect pebbles to carry out the symbolic "stoning of the devil" ritual in Mina on Sunday.

    Hajj pilgrims urged to avoid peak sun hours as 2,764 heat stress cases reported

    17 Jun 2024

    "Our role is to support them fully. We believe in prevention before treatment. We urge pilgrims to follow safety guidelines, such as using umbrellas during rituals and staying hydrated."

    Turkish pilgrim undergoes successful brain surgery in Makkah

    17 Jun 2024

    The patient regained consciousness and was removed from the respirator. Her health is steadily improving, and arrangements are being made to enable her to complete Hajj...

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