Today, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced the launch of the second phase of registration for domestic pilgrims, with the aim of providing the opportunity for those who have performed Hajj five years or more ago.
The Ministry appealed to those who meet the conditions to quickly apply, through the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah website or the “NUSUK” application, explaining that the opportunity is available to citizens and residents who have previously performed Hajj five years ago, and who are not less than 12 Hijri years old, provided that their ID is valid. Until the end of Dhu al-Hijjah at least, and the applicant must be in a healthy state free of acute chronic diseases and infectious diseases.
The Ministry indicated the possibility of adding up to 13 companions in one reservation, including a mahram, provided that they are all in one package, noting that adding companions and a mahram is an optional step, and that it is possible to exclude a mahram from the requirement if he previously performed Hajj less than five years ago, provided that he presents Request an exception.
Regarding Hajj packages, the Ministry explained that applicants have the opportunity to choose between four packages, and that seats will be available according to priority in registration, given that part of them were previously reserved in the first stage of application, which was allocated to those who have never performed Hajj.
She added that the issuance of permits will begin on Shawwal 15, after ensuring that those registered have completed the necessary vaccinations, namely the “Covid-19” virus vaccine, the meningitis vaccine, and the seasonal influenza vaccine.
She indicated that registration must be done directly by the applicant and using a mobile number not used for another reservation, noting that it is not possible to receive requests through agents or intermediaries.
The Ministry confirmed the ease of making a reservation, noting the importance of paying its value within 72 hours via the electronic “Sadad” system. In order to avoid automatic cancellation.
In the event of a desire to cancel or be unable to attend, the Ministry has announced a refund policy that the applicant must review within the terms and conditions before applying or through the designated section on the user panel.