Hajj Ministry: Reservation of seats for domestic pilgrims in Mina towers complete

2026-03-07 - 15:03

MAKKAH — Reservations for domestic pilgrims in the six residential towers in Mina for the Hajj of 2026 are now complete. This was announced by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah via the Nusuk application. “No seats are currently available for reservation in the tower packages. Only 1 and 2 packages are currently available for domestic pilgrims including Saudis and expatriates with a valid residency permit,” the ministry said. The ministry has begun the second phase of domestic pilgrim registration procedures on March 4, which involves selecting the packages and initiating the seat reservation process. Those citizens and expatriates, who registered their data during the first phase can now select and book packages via the Nusuk application or website, with payments processed through the SADAD system. Earlier on Feb. 23 (Ramadan 6), the ministry commenced the initial data registration phase for domestic pilgrims. The ministry explained that applicants can go through the packages, select the most suitable package among them, issue a booking invoice, and then make the payment via the "SADAD" system. This is part of a comprehensive digital process aimed at organizing seating and ensuring equitable access to opportunities. The ministry clarified that the payment deadline after booking the package is 72 hours and this deadline will be valid until Dhul Qada 27, corresponding to May 14, and then the deadline for payment will be reduced to only 6 hours starting from May 15. This is to ensure the opportunity for booking for the largest possible number of beneficiaries. Bookings will be automatically canceled if payment is not received within the specified deadline.