The Masjid al-Haram and Masjid e Nabawi in Medina are open to visitors who have not received a Covid-19 vaccination, according to a Tuesday announcement from Saudi authorities.
Unvaccinated people can still apply for an Umrah permit through the Nusuk app as long as they haven’t been exposed to COVID-19 or haven’t had contact with anyone who has tested positive for the virus.
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As Ramadan approaches and pilgrims travel to the kingdom for Itikaf (the custom of secluding oneself during the final 10 days of Ramadan), according to the Saudi Ministry of Haj and Umra, special arrangements are being made.
In response to queries, clarification has also been provided for the last ten days of Ramadan.
In accordance with the requirement that worshipers refrain from coronavirus infection or contact with a person infected with the virus, the Department for Beneficiary Care Service stated in the statement that it is not necessary to obtain a permit in order to offer prayers in the Two Holy Mosques.
According to the Saudi government, there are now 2500 spots available in Masjid al-Haram for Itikaf, which is enough for this year.
Additionally, Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, President of the Presidency of the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques, announced that prayers would be offered on the roof of Masjid al-Haram due to the large number of pilgrims and worshipers during the blessed month of Ramadan.
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The eminent Qari added that itikaf spots had been reserved in the Masjid al-Haram hall with the extension of Shah Fahd, and that those performing itikaf would have ample space.
The Hajj, the largest religious gathering in the kingdom, will take place in June of this year, and the Saudi government is finalizing plans for the 2.3 million Muslims who will participate in the event. The number of pilgrims has finally reached pre-Covid levels for the first time.
