Heat stress and unauthorised trips accounted for more than 80 percent of the deaths
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Saudi Arabia begins issuing Umrah visas after 2024 Hajj season
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has restarted issuance of Umrah visas
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Saudi Arabia issues Hajj health warning amid soaring temperatures
Saudi Ministry of Health issues health warning to Hajj pilgrims amid summer heatwave
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Saudi Arabia launches self-driving air taxi during Hajj 2024
Saudi Arabia’s Transport General Authority announces self-driving air taxi trial at holy sites
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Hajj 2024: Everything you need to know about Saudi Arabia’s new health requirements for travellers
The updated guidelines aim to safeguard public health during the Hajj season
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Hajj 2024: International SOS urges organisations to prioritise pilgrim health and safety with new precautions
The annual Hajj pilgrimage is expected to take place in Saudi Arabia from 14 to 19 June 2024
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Hajj 2024: Over 530,000 pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia, with just 19 by sea
Saudi Arabia welcomes more than 530,000 pilgrims for Hajj season, with overwhelming majority coming by air
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Saudi Arabia bans visit visa holders from Makkah during Hajj 2024
Saudi Arabia restricts visit visa holders from entering Makkah from Thursday, May 23 until Friday, June 21
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Hajj 2024: Saudi Arabia urges pilgrims to be vaccinated against COVID-19, flu and more
Saudi health authorities have urged domestic and international pilgrims to take necessary vaccinations ahead of Hajj 2024
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Saudi announces seasonal jobs for Hajj season
Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development in Saudi Arabia introduces seasonal jobs for Hajj
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Saudi Arabia transport sector ready for Hajj season: 3.4m plane seats, 3,800 high-speed train journeys, major road operation
Saudi Arabia gets ready for Hajj 2024 with major transport operation in land, sea and air
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Saudi Arabia announces 2024 Hajj fines: Dates, penalties and expat deportation rules explained
Saudi Arabia has announced fines and penalties for Hajj permit rule violators
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Saudi Arabia issues visa warning, cracks down on fake Hajj companies
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has warned against fake Hajj companies
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Saudi Arabia opens domestic Hajj registrations
Citizens and expats in Saudi Arabia can now register for Hajj pilgrimages
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Saudi Arabia begins Hajj 2024 registrations
Potential registrants can apply through the Nusuk platform, serviced continents include Africa, North America, Europe, Asia, South America and Oceania