{"id":7022371,"date":"2026-02-10T16:33:16","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T15:33:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.visamundi.co\/?p=7022371"},"modified":"2026-02-10T16:38:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T15:38:09","slug":"saudi-arabia-opens-visas-for-hajj-2026-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.visamundi.co\/en\/blog\/larabie-saoudite-ouvre-les-visas-pour-la-saison-hajj-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Saudi Arabia opens visas for Hajj 2026 season"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah officially launched the issuance of visas for the Hajj 2026 season this February 8<\/strong>. This announcement marks an important logistical turning point: Saudi Arabia is now anticipating the operational schedule by several months, in order to manage the flow of pilgrims with even greater precision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For international travelers, this earlier opening means shorter processing times. Whether you live in Africa, Asia or the West, entry protocols differ. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nusuk Hajj: The electronic visa application platform<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For the majority of pilgrims living in Europe, the Americas, Australia and much of Asia<\/strong>, The procedure is now 100% digitalized. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah informs you of all the information you need to organize your pilgrimage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How does it work in 2026?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Everything happens on the government platform Nusuk Hajj<\/a><\/strong>. This is the only official channel for obtaining your visa if you are outside countries with government \u201cHajj missions\u201d (such as Indonesia or Pakistan).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Profile creation :<\/strong> You must upload your documents (passport, photo).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Verification :<\/strong> Validate your identity and eligibility (age, vaccinations).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Electronic wallet (E-Wallet) :<\/strong> You must upload the necessary funds before you can make a reservation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Package reservation :<\/strong> Choice of package (Standard, Premium, Luxury) including flights, hotels and rituals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Instant Visa :<\/strong> Once the package has been paid for, the visa is issued electronically.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    2026 Operational Calendar: Deadlines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Saudi Arabia is a fast-paced country, and keeping to these dates is crucial to the validity of the trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Date Key<\/strong><\/td>Event<\/strong><\/td>Implications for the traveler<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
    February 8, 2026<\/strong><\/td>Start of visas<\/strong><\/td>Official launch of electronic visa issues.<\/td><\/tr>
    End of March 2026<\/strong><\/td>Closing contracts<\/strong><\/td>Deadline for finalizing accommodation in Mecca and Medina.<\/td><\/tr>
    April 18, 2026<\/strong><\/td>First arrivals<\/strong><\/td>Arrival of the first Hajj flights (corresponding to 1st Dhu Al Qadah).<\/td><\/tr>
    Mid-May 2026<\/strong><\/td>Hajj Week<\/strong><\/td>Sacred rituals (dates subject to lunar observation).<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Health and administrative requirements <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The visa application file must be complete from the first submission. The Saudi authorities apply zero tolerance to health violations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Health and vaccines <\/h3>\n\n\n\n