The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia has announced the availability of early registration for pilgrims from within the Kingdom through the ministry’s website and the “Nusk” application, for those wishing to perform the Hajj rituals for the current year 1444 AH, as part of the Ministry’s continuous efforts to facilitate the application procedures for performing the Hajj rituals within easy and accessible steps, with the aim of raising the quality of services. And enriching the religious and cultural experience of the guests of Rahman, in order to achieve the goals of the Saudi Vision 2030 programs, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

The Ministry stated, in a press statement today, that Hajj packages for citizens and residents from inside the Kingdom come within 4 diverse categories at reasonable prices, including the economic package that starts from 3984 riyals, as an extension of the efforts made to raise the quality of services and meet the wishes of pilgrims by finding solutions and options that suit their aspirations. And their capabilities, in addition to diversifying the possibility of paying either by paying the full amount or by paying in part in 3 installments.

One of the most important application criteria is the existence of a “national identity” for citizens or a “resident identity” for residents of the Kingdom, valid until the end of the month of Dhul-Hijjah 1444 AH, at least, for those wishing to perform the rituals of Hajj. For those who have not previously performed Hajj, and if vacant places are available, those who have previously performed Hajj will be included. It is excluded from the condition of priority that is forbidden for women.

All applicants are also required to complete immunization with coronavirus (Covid-19) and “seasonal influenza” vaccines, in addition to obtaining a valid vaccination certificate proving receipt of the “ACYW quadruple meningitis” vaccine, at least 10 days before coming to Hajj. .
Those wishing to perform Hajj from inside the Kingdom can register via the Ministry’s website at the link: https://localhaj.haj.gov.sa or through the “nusuk.sa” application for smart phones, review all Hajj package options and their features, choose the appropriate package, and complete the Hajj package. Electronic payment operations within easy and convenient electronic procedures available around the clock.

The Ministry stressed that contracting and providing Hajj-related services is done through companies and institutions licensed by the Ministry to serve pilgrims from within the Kingdom and listed on the Ministry’s website, and stressed that registration for Hajj performance is through the pilgrim himself, while being careful not to contract with any campaigns. Or companies that are not licensed by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah or are not listed on the Ministry's website.

She stressed the need to review the services included in the packages upon booking to ensure their suitability before completing the reservation, and to ensure the accuracy of information when registering data and choosing packages, and not to repeat the use of the mobile number to register in a different request. Inquiries and suggestions can be sent to the Ministry via e-mail (care@haj.gov). .sa), or the unified number 920002814, or on the Twitter platform account (@MOHU_Care) around the clock.
Source: The Seventh Day website