Haj 2027 Update: Indian Embassy Begins Preparations — Key Dates & What Pilgrims Should Know

The Indian Haj Pilgrims Office (@hajmission) has confirmed that preparations for Haj 2027 (1448 AH) have begun. For Indian Muslims in Saudi Arabia planning to perform Haj next year, here is what you need to know.

Key facts about Haj 2027

• Haj 2027 corresponds to 1448 AH in the Islamic calendar
• India’s Haj quota: 175,025 pilgrims (unchanged from recent years)
• Haj season: Expected June-July 2027 (Dhul Hijjah 1448 AH)
• Registration: Typically opens 6-8 months before Haj — expect announcements around November-December 2026

Who can perform Haj 2027?

Indian nationals in Saudi Arabia

If you are an Indian expat living in Saudi Arabia, you have two options:

1. Through the Indian Embassy (Nusuk route): Register via the Indian Haj Pilgrims Office in Riyadh or Jeddah. This is the official government route with subsidized rates.

2. Through private Haj operators: Licensed operators approved by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. More expensive but offers premium packages.

Indians in India

• Registration through state Haj committees
• Online application via the Indian government Haj portal
• Quota distributed across Indian states based on Muslim population

What’s new for Haj 2027?

Based on the latest Haj policies from the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah:

Nusuk app is mandatory

All pilgrims — whether arriving from India or already in Saudi Arabia — must register on the Nusuk app for:

• Haj permit
• Transportation booking
• Accommodation confirmation
• Camp assignment (Mina/Arafat)

No more tawafa organizations

The traditional tawafa (service) organizations have been replaced by licensed hospitality companies. Pilgrims book through these companies instead.

Digital everything

• Haj permit is digital (via Nusuk)
• Camp assignments are digital
• Transportation is pre-booked through the system
• Payments are electronic

How to prepare (Indian expats in Saudi Arabia)

Step 1: Check your eligibility

• Valid iqama (minimum 6 months validity)
• Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
• Age: 18-65 years (older pilgrims need medical fitness certificate)
• Not performed Haj in the last 5 years (government quota)

Step 2: Register your interest

Contact the Indian Haj Pilgrims Office in Riyadh or Jeddah:

• Riyadh: Indian Embassy Haj Office
• Jeddah: Indian Consulate Haj Office

Step 3: Financial preparation

Haj costs vary significantly:

Tip: Start saving now. Consider setting up a dedicated Haj savings plan with SNB Neo — open a digital savings account and set up automatic monthly transfers to build your Haj fund.

Step 4: Health preparations

• Get required vaccinations (meningococcal ACWY is mandatory)
• Check with your doctor about fitness for Haj
• Carry all medical records

Important dates to watch

Related guides

• Hajj & Umrah — Complete Guide
• Umrah Visa Multiple Entry Explained
• Check Hajj Eligibility via Absher
• Is Hajj and Umrah Leave Paid?
• How to Open a Bank Account in Saudi Arabia

References

1. Indian Haj Pilgrims Office — Haj 2027 preparations — Twitter @hajmission
2. Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah — Haj policies — haj.gov.sa
3. Nusuk platform — Haj registration — nusuk.sa

Disclaimer: Haj 2027 dates and registration details are based on current announcements and may change. Always verify with the Indian Haj Pilgrims Office or Saudi Ministry of Hajj before making financial commitments.