Riyadh: Saudi Arabia has announced that the issuance of visas for Hajj 2026 will begin on February 8, marking an earlier than usual start to the visa process the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah confirmed.
According to the ministry, the early launch aims to ensure timely completion of Hajj preparations and to enhance the quality of services provided to pilgrims from around the world. Authorities said that all service contracts for international pilgrims have already been finalised, while accommodation agreements in Makkah have been completed through the official Nusuk platform.
Saudi officials revealed that approximately 750,000 pilgrims have already completed their registration for Hajj 2026 while around 30,000 pilgrims have booked Hajj packages directly from their home countries. The ministry said the early issuance of visas reflects advanced planning and improved coordination to streamline arrangements for the annual pilgrimage.
In a related development Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed a formal Hajj agreement in Jeddah to ensure high quality facilities for Pakistani pilgrims during Hajj 2026. The agreement was signed between Saudi Deputy Minister of Hajj Abdul Fattah bin Suleiman and Pakistan’s Secretary for Religious Affairs Atta ur Rehman.
Pakistani officials expressed gratitude to Saudi authorities for their continued cooperation and commitment to improving services for pilgrims.
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