Localities
4 new measures... Strict controls for entering Mecca as the Hajj season approaches – Urgent
Announced Ministry of Interior A number of arrangements and procedures aimed at preserving the safety of pilgrims to the Sacred House of God, and performing the Hajj rituals Hajj pilgrimage With security, ease, and peace of mind, in preparation forHajj season 1447 AH
It came as follows:
First: Starting from Monday, 25 Shawwal 1447 AH, corresponding to April 13, 2026 AD, residents wishing to enter the Holy City will be required to obtain official permits from the competent authorities. Those who do not have these permits will be prevented from entering, with the exception of those who hold a resident identity card issued by Makkah Al-Mukarramah, or those who have a Hajj permit, or a work permit in the Holy Sites issued electronically through “Absher Individuals” and “Muqeem Portal” with technical integration with the “Tasreeh” platform.
Second: The last date for those arriving with an Umrah visa to leave the Kingdom is Saturday (1st of Dhu al-Qi’dah 1447 AH, corresponding to April 18, 2026 AD).
Third: Suspending the issuance of Umrah permits through the “Nusk” platform for citizens of the Kingdom and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, residents within the Kingdom, and holders of other visas from (Saturday, 1 Dhu al-Qi’dah 1447 AH, corresponding to April 18, 2026 AD) until (Sunday, 14 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 AH, corresponding to May 31, 2026 AD).
It came as follows:
First: Starting from Monday, 25 Shawwal 1447 AH, corresponding to April 13, 2026 AD, residents wishing to enter the Holy City will be required to obtain official permits from the competent authorities. Those who do not have these permits will be prevented from entering, with the exception of those who hold a resident identity card issued by Makkah Al-Mukarramah, or those who have a Hajj permit, or a work permit in the Holy Sites issued electronically through “Absher Individuals” and “Muqeem Portal” with technical integration with the “Tasreeh” platform.
Second: The last date for those arriving with an Umrah visa to leave the Kingdom is Saturday (1st of Dhu al-Qi’dah 1447 AH, corresponding to April 18, 2026 AD).
Third: Suspending the issuance of Umrah permits through the “Nusk” platform for citizens of the Kingdom and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, residents within the Kingdom, and holders of other visas from (Saturday, 1 Dhu al-Qi’dah 1447 AH, corresponding to April 18, 2026 AD) until (Sunday, 14 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 AH, corresponding to May 31, 2026 AD).
Fourth: Entry to or stay in the city of Mecca will be prohibited for all visa holders, with the exception of those holding a Hajj visa, effective Saturday, 1 Dhu al-Qi'dah 1447 AH (April 18, 2026).
The Ministry of Interior called for adherence to the regulations governing this year's Hajj season and cooperation with relevant authorities to ensure the safety and security of pilgrims, emphasizing that violating these regulations will subject offenders to legal penalties.
