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The Egyptian Ministry of Interior has announced the completion of preparations for the lottery Hajj season, with the pilgrimage process set to begin tomorrow. This initiative is part of the government's efforts to facilitate Hajj procedures and provide all necessary services for pilgrims.
The Governor of Al-Jouf, Prince Faisal bin Nawaf, witnessed the signing of a cooperation agreement between the Pilgrims and Umrah Services Association in Al-Jouf and the Nusuk Foundation. This initiative aims to enhance the services provided to pilgrims during a meeting with the Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, in Sakaka.
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced the requirement of a 'Nusk' card as an official document for entering Mecca and the holy sites. This initiative aims to regulate the entry of pilgrims and enhance security and health measures.
The Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, announced that the Nusuk app has surpassed <strong>51 million users</strong> worldwide. This announcement was made during his speech at the opening of the third Umrah and Visit Forum held in Medina.
Cooperative Insurance announced its participation as the insurance sponsor for the Umrah and Visit Forum 2026, organized by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Medina from March 30 to April 1, 2026. This initiative supports Saudi Vision 2030 and enhances the experience of Umrah performers.
Dubai Awqaf has announced the commencement of the third season of the Dubai Government Employees' Hajj and Umrah Fund, aimed at facilitating the performance of these sacred rituals for employees. This initiative is part of enhancing religious and social values among government staff.