Media Identity for the 1445 Hajj Season: The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah hasn’t yet launched its media identity for the 1445 Hajj season. Last season’s identity was under the slogan “Call the People.”
The media identity aims to emphasize the Kingdom’s value in leading the Islamic world and enriching the experience of the guests of the Rahman, in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
Necessary Regulations for Applying for Hajj Permit: The main regulations set by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah for citizens applying from within the country to perform the Hajj pilgrimage are as follows:
- Must have a valid national ID for citizens or a residency ID for residents.
- The ID must be valid until the end of the month of Dhu al-Hijjah 1445.
- The minimum age for registration for Hajj pilgrimage this year is [not mentioned].
- Priority is given to those who have not performed Hajj before.
- The requirement for priority does not apply to the male guardian accompanying a woman.
Hajj Conditions for Residents in the Kingdom for 1445: Among the conditions announced by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia for registration in Hajj through the “Nasik” platform, all applicants must comply with the following:
- Nationality and residency: The applicant must be a Saudi citizen or a resident in Saudi Arabia at the time of application. This condition also applies to the male guardian and accompanying individuals, and holders of other visas cannot be added.
- Validity of ID or residency: The ID or residency must be valid until the end of Dhu al-Hijjah at least, and this also applies to the male guardian and accompanying individuals.
- Eligibility for Hajj: Individuals who have performed Hajj in the past five years cannot apply for Hajj again. Eligibility can be verified through the user account on the “Absher” platform of the Ministry of Interior.
- Age: The applicant’s age must not be less than 15 years at the time of application.
- Vaccinations: The applicant must have received the following vaccinations: meningitis vaccine, seasonal influenza vaccine.
- Health condition: The applicant must be free from acute chronic diseases and infectious diseases.
For more convenience, the process for registration and obtaining permits for Hajj pilgrims from within and residents in Saudi Arabia for the 1445 season has been detailed, including steps for creating an account, making a reservation, choosing a package, adding companions, and making payments. Additionally, some facilitations provided for pilgrims, such as installment payments and priority for first-time pilgrims, have been highlighted.
As for the registration link for internal pilgrims for the 1445 season, it hasn’t been opened yet, and it will be provided once the official procedures and regulations related to Hajj 1445 are announced by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah.
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah also allows for the reservation and issuance of Hajj permits electronically through the unified national platform. However, certain conditions must be met, including vaccination requirements, commitment to health guidelines, age limitations, and prioritization for first-time pilgrims.
Finally, some general health guidelines before Hajj, advice on reducing luggage, and tips for improving physical fitness before Hajj have been provided. These include engaging in regular exercise, aerobic exercises like cycling and swimming, warming up and cooling down periods before and after activities, respectively, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
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