August 6, 2025

Pilgrims

General Hajj and Umrah Religion

Saudi Arabia Rolls Out Colour-Coded Nusuk Cards for Pilgrims’ Easy Identification

Saudi Arabia has introduced a new colour-coded system for Nusuk cards, aimed at improving the identification and management of pilgrims during the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. This new development is part of efforts to streamline operations and enhance the experience for millions of pilgrims traveling to Makkah. The colour-coding system will assign specific colours to different

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Hajj and Umrah Religion

Saudi Arabia Boosts Mecca Accommodation to Host 1.8 Million Pilgrims Ahead of Hajj

In a major step towards enhancing the experience of millions of Muslim pilgrims expected for this year’s Hajj, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has ramped up housing capacity in the holy city of Mecca to accommodate up to 1.8 million people. This move comes as the first wave of international pilgrims begins to touch down

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EFCC, ICPC Warn Pilgrims, BDC Operators Against Illegal Cash Movement to Saudi Arabia

Nigeria’s anti-corruption agencies — the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) — have jointly cautioned intending pilgrims and Bureau de Change (BDC) operators against unlawful cash movements to Saudi Arabia during the 2025 Hajj season. The warning comes amid rising concerns over illicit financial

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General Hajj and Umrah

Hajj 2025 Officially Begins as First Batch of Pilgrims Set to Arrive from South Africa on April 28

Saudi Arabia is set to usher in the commencement of the 2025 Hajj season with the arrival of the first international pilgrims on Monday, April 28. This inaugural flight, carrying pilgrims from South Africa, marks the formal launch of the pilgrimage season for the year 1446H, as the Kingdom begins to welcome Muslims from across

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Hajj and Umrah Religion World

Hajj 2025 Flight Operations Set to Begin April 29 as Saudi Arabia Welcomes First Pilgrims

Hajj 2025 flight operations are officially scheduled to commence on April 29, with thousands of pilgrims from around the world, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, and India, set to begin their sacred journey to Saudi Arabia. The Saudi Civil Aviation Authority has mandated strict adherence to the flight schedule, ensuring smooth arrivals and departures throughout the season.

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