The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has reaffirmed that February 8, 2026, is the final deadline for submitting pilgrims’ data and forming groups on the Nusuk Masar registration platform, a critical step for processing Hajj visas.
In a virtual meeting held on February 4, 2026, with representatives from all Hajj-participating countries, the ministry confirmed that March 20, 2026, remains the absolute cut-off date for completing visa processing. The session, titled Official Schedule of Operations, was led by Mr. Abdallah Awad Alshehri, Director of the Department of International Cooperation.
Alshehri emphasized that all registration requirements on the Nusuk Masar platform must be met before any pilgrims’ grouping would be considered valid for visa processing. “Compliance with the Nusuk Masar platform requirements is critical for timely visa issuance,” he stated, underscoring the importance of adhering to the deadlines to avoid delays.
The ministry’s announcement, made public via a release on X, aims to ensure a smooth and organized Hajj season, stressing that incomplete registration could jeopardize pilgrims’ participation.
With less than a week left before the registration deadline, pilgrims and Hajj agencies are urged to finalize all submissions promptly to secure their visas in time.
