Soliu Oyesiji.
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has reaffirmed February 8, 2026, as the deadline for capturing pilgrims’ data and forming groups on the Nusuk Masar platform for the 2026 Hajj.
The ministry also confirmed March 20, 2026, as the final date for visa processing, warning that pilgrims whose data are not captured by the deadline risk missing the pilgrimage.
The clarification was made during a virtual meeting with Hajj participating countries to outline operational schedules and requirements for visa issuance.
In a statement signed by the Deputy Director, Information and Public Relations of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Fatima Sanda Usara, stakeholders were urged to comply strictly with the timelines to avoid disruptions in Hajj preparations.
