Chinese Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj
The first batch of Chinese Muslims has arrived in Saudi Arabia’s Medina for the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage. The pilgrimage is scheduled to take place from June 14-19, based on the Islamic Lunar calendar.
Smooth Arrival Procedures at Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Airport
According to reports from local media cited by the Gulf News, the pilgrims from China landed at the Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz airport, where their arrival procedures were handled smoothly. The exact number of pilgrims who have arrived in Mecca is currently unknown.
Early Pilgrim Arrivals from Various Countries
Groups of pilgrims from several countries have started arriving in Saudi Arabia over the past few days in preparation for the Hajj pilgrimage.
Saudi Directorate of Passports Ensures Smooth Entry
The Saudi Directorate of Passports has been actively facilitating the entry of pilgrims from around the world through different air, land, and sea points. They are utilizing sophisticated equipment and well-qualified personnel for this purpose.
Vaccine Guidelines Issued for Hajj
The health ministry of Saudi Arabia has issued vaccine guidelines for the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage. The mandatory vaccinations include one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine given during 1445 AH, one dose of the influenza vaccine given during 1445 AH, and one dose of the meningitis vaccine given within the past five years.
The Ministry of Health has made vaccinations available for domestic pilgrims at primary health care centers. Those intending to perform Hajj this year are required to book an appointment through the Sehhaty application.
The Ministry emphasized the importance of completing vaccinations before Hajj due to the large crowds of people from around the world gathering to perform the pilgrimage, which may increase the risk of infectious diseases.
