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Official 2027 Hajj Schedule: Preparation Stages Commence in Late May

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Official 2027 Hajj Schedule: Preparation Stages Commence in Late May
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Saudi Arabia has published the official schedule for the 2027 Hajj well in advance, with preparatory stages commencing in late May 2026.

According to Himpuh News, Indonesia’s Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Moch. Irfan Yusuf, stated that the Indonesian delegation received an official briefing from the Saudi government regarding the initial planning for the 2027 Hajj.

The meeting took place after Indonesia received an invitation from the Saudi government on Friday, 29 May.

“Saudi Arabia has provided an initial overview of next year’s Hajj arrangements, including the stages and timeline that all participating countries must heed,” said Gus Irfan on Saturday, 30 May.

He added that the government would follow up on the information with Indonesia’s House of Representatives (DPR) to ensure all requirements for the 2027 Hajj are prepared in advance.

“We will align all preparation processes with Saudi Arabia’s established schedule to ensure timely fulfilment of various needs,” he said.

Below is the complete operational schedule for the 2027 Hajj:

Based on the official schedule provided by the Saudi government, there are 14 key stages that participating countries will undergo.

  1. 29 May 2026 (12 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 AH)

Initial Hajj Document Receipt. The first stage begins with:

  • Receipt of initial Hajj 1448 AH management documents.

  • Distribution of the Hajj operational schedule to participating countries.

  1. 30 June 2026 (15 Muharram 1448 AH)

Makkah and Madinah Hotel Preference Filling. At this stage, participating countries will:

  • Determine districts or areas for pilgrims’ accommodation in Makkah.

  • Determine districts or areas for pilgrims’ accommodation in Madinah.

  • Specify hotel or lodge types.

  • Define accommodation categories and star ratings.

  1. 15 July 2026 (1 Safar 1448 AH)

Nusuk Masar Activation and Airline Appointment. This stage includes:

  • Activation of fund transfers to the Nusuk Masar electronic wallet.

  • Appointment of airlines.

  • Determination of air entry points into Saudi Arabia.

  1. 29 July 2026 (15 Safar 1448 AH)

Contract Commencement and Service Confirmation. Activities starting at this stage include:

  • Confirmation of tent retention.

  • Drafting of comprehensive package contracts.

  • Documentation of air transport contracts.

  • Determination of Nusuk card distribution preferences.

  • Completion of accommodation preference submissions.

  1. 13 August 2026 (30 Safar 1448 AH)

Final Tent Retention Deadline. Saudi Arabia sets:

  • Final deadline for tent retention confirmation.

  • Final deadline for adding new Hajj travel operators.

  1. 14 August 2026 (1 Rabi’ al-Awwal 1448 AH)

Operational Preparation Meeting. This stage covers:

  • Hajj operational preparation meetings.

  • Drafting pilgrim movement preferences.

  • Medical service contracts.

  • Media service contracts.

  • Uploading pilgrim and delegation data.

  • Finalising business plans.

  1. 26 September 2026 (15 Rabi’ al-Akhir 1448 AH)

Registration and Airline Appointment Deadline:

  • Hajj registration announcement.

  • Airline appointments.

  • Medical service contracts.

  • Media service contracts.

  • Uploading Hajj Office staff data.

  1. 8 November 2026 (28 Jumada al-Awwal 1448 AH)

Hajj Affairs Agreement Signing. Actions include:

  • Signing of the Hajj Management Agreement.

  • Signing of pilgrim movement preference agreements.

  • Final deadline for air transport contract documentation.

  1. 24 December 2026 (15 Rajab 1448 AH)

Final Fund Transfer Deadline:

  • Final deadline for comprehensive package contract fund transfers.

  • Final deadline for deposits into the Nusuk Masar electronic wallet.

  1. 23 January 2027 (15 Sha’ban 1448 AH)

Comprehensive Package Contract Closure. On this date:

  • All comprehensive package contracts via the Nusuk Masar platform must be completed.
  1. 28 January 2027 (20 Sha’ban 1448 AH)

Hajj Visa Issuance Commencement. This is the final deadline for:

  • Uploading pilgrim data.

  • Uploading staff data.

  • Mandatory training.

  • Professional certification.

  • Saudi Arabia also begins issuing Hajj visas on this date.

  1. 9 March 2027 (1 Shawwal 1448 AH)

Visa Process Closure. This stage includes:

  • Final deadline for Hajj visa issuance.

  • Final deadline for medication permits via Nusuk Masar.

  1. 8 April 2027 (1 Dhu al-Qi’dah 1448 AH)

Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia. During this phase:

  • Visa cancellation requests close.

  • Hajj pilgrim arrivals commence.

  • This marks the start of operational pilgrim arrivals in the Holy Land.

  1. 27 April 2027 (20 Dhu al-Qi’dah 1448 AH)

Tent Inspection Ahead of Hajj Peak. The final stage before the Hajj peak includes:

  • Tent inspection visits.

  • Facility readiness checks with Saudi service providers.

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