HAJJ and UMRA updates

Ahead of the upcoming Hajj in June 2025, Saudi Arabia has introduced several changes to manage the issue of overcrowding. The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced that pilgrims are not allowed to bring children to the pilgrimage this year. The move aims to ensure the safety of kids from potential risks associated with overwhelming congestion. “This step …

Chairman of the Hajj Committee Reyaz Mihular told newsmen on Friday,Jan. 31 in Colombo that those interested in participating in this year’Hajj pilgrimage should register with department of Muslim Religious Cultural Affairs,MRCA, on or before February 14. Mihular was addressing the media on this year’s services an facilities for the pilgrims during the Hajj pilgrimage at the MRCA auditorium in …

The Department of Muslim Religious and Cultural Affairs and the Hajj and Umrah Committee have selected 92 Hajj operators to handle pilgrims from the island. The interview for re-selecting Hajj Travel Operators,that was based on the Supreme Court Selection criteria, was held between 06th and 10th January at the Department of Muslim Religious and Cultural Affairs. Allocated Pilgrims for Selected …

From 1st February 2025A new vaccination requirement will be introduced for all travellers to Saudi Arabia, whether they are pilgrims for the Umrah or the Hajj or ordinary visitors. This measure, which requires the presentation of a certificate of vaccination against meningitis for anyone aged two and over, is designed to ensure public health during large religious gatherings. It is therefore essential to prepare properly and …

COLOMBO : Minister prof.Hiniduma Sunil Senavi , minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs has appointed new members to the government Hajj Committee with effect from December 26 replacing the outgoing members. The new members include Newly appointed Hajj committee For 2024/25 Chairman to the committee : Reyaz Mihular Middle east & South Asia Regional heads of International Financial Reporting …