The Ministry of Endowments and Guidance - Hajj and Umrah Sector - today, Sunday, 17 Dhu al-Hijjah 1445, corresponding to June 23, 2024, launched the Umrah season for next year 1446 AH, coinciding with the conclusion of this year’s Hajj season, in a qualitative and early step to facilitate the pilgrims and a translation of the tireless efforts made by the Ministry of Endowments. And guidance to serve the guests of God.

His Excellency the Minister of Endowments and Guidance, Dr. Muhammad bin Aida Shabiba, during his inauguration of the new Hijri year season 1446 AH, praised the commitment of our country’s pilgrims to the regulations and laws and their return with the end of the Umrah programs to their governorates safely and soundly, and this is the same praise that is confirmed by the competent authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which made it easier From the speedy launch of the Umrah season.

The Ministry called on those wishing to perform Umrah rituals to go to facilities approved by the Ministry of Endowments and Guidance in the temporary capital, Aden, warning of fake and unaccredited agencies and misleading links that aim to withdraw personal data and blackmail their owners.

The Ministry confirmed its continued provision of all types of support, and overcoming difficulties, to our citizens wishing to perform Umrah... praising the quick response of our brothers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and their response to the Ministry’s request to launch the season in conjunction with the end of this year’s Hajj season 1445.