Hajj is an Islamic religious pilgrimage to Makkah (Mecca) in Saudi Arabia. Umrah is an Islamic pilgrimage to Makkah that can be undertaken at any time of the year.
The dates for Hajj 1446H/2025 are expected to be 4-9 June 2025.
Every year, the Ministry of Health of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia issues public health recommendations and regulations to prevent and control health threats during Hajj and Umrah. This includes information on the vaccinations needed for entry visas.
Hajj: the official health requirements and recommendations for Hajj 1446H/2025
https://www.moh.gov.sa/HealthAwareness/Pilgrims_Health/Documents/Hajj-Health-Requirements-English-language.pdf
Umrah: the official health requirements and recommendations for Umrah 1446H/2025
https://www.moh.gov.sa/en/HealthAwareness/Pilgrims_Health/Documents/Health-Regulations-Umrah-EN.pdf
See the Travel Health Pro ‘Hajj and Umrah pilgrimage’ page for further information. NaTHNaC – Hajj and Umrah
