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New medical requirements have been introduced for pilgrims in 2026.

The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced a new health regulation for pilgrims, effective from the 2026 Hajj season.

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Currently, each candidate for a Hajj visa must submit an official health certificate through the "Nusuk" platform.

The new procedure is aimed at ensuring the safety and health of the pilgrims. The Saudi Ministry of Health has mandated all agencies to conduct a full medical examination of those performing Hajj.

The Hajj pilgrimage is prohibited for those requiring dialysis, those with kidney failure, severe heart and lung diseases, active cancer or infectious diseases, as well as women in the late stages of pregnancy.

If individuals are found to have not undergone the medical examination or to have provided false information, strict measures will be taken by the Ministry of Hajj.

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