Hajj Visa Requirement

Required Documents

Valid Passport: Must have at least 12 months of validity from the application date and 4 blank pages.
Photographs: Two recent passport-size color photos with a plain white background.
National ID: Original Smart Card or National ID (NID) card.
Contact Info: Active local mobile number and a working email address.
Official Clearance: Government Order (GO) or No Objection Certificate (NOC) if employed by the government.
Special Documents: Marriage certificate for couples, birth certificates for minors, and notarized Mahram authorization letters if applicable.

Health & Vaccination Rules

Meningococcal Meningitis: Mandatory ACYW135 vaccination certificate administered at least 10 days before arrival.
Polio & Other Vaccines: Proof of OPV/IPV or other regional health clearances as mandated by Saudi authorities.
Fitness: Medical clearance certificate proving physical capability for the pilgrimage.

Specific Rules for Women and Minors

Women under 45: Must travel accompanied by a legal male guardian (Mahram) with proof of relationship.
Women 45 and older: May travel without a Mahram, provided they are part of an organized, licensed group and carry a notarized consent letter.
Children: Require their own individual visa and must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.