Hajj 2027
All information about Hajj 2027 - also written as Hadj 2027 (1448 Hijri): expected dates, preparations and medical requirements.
Expected Hajj 2027 Dates
Note: Note: The exact dates are determined by moon sighting and may vary by 1-2 days. Saudi authorities confirm the final dates shortly beforehand.
Hajj 2027 takes place in the month of Dhul Hijjah 1448
Expected period: mid-May 2027
8 Dhul Hijjah
Circa May 14, 2027
Day of Tarwiyah - Departure to Mina
9 Dhul Hijjah
Circa May 15, 2027
Day of Arafah - Most important day of Hajj
10 Dhul Hijjah
Circa May 16, 2027
Eid al-Adha - Stoning, sacrifice and Tawaf
11-13 Dhul Hijjah
Circa May 17-19, 2027
Days of Tashriq - Stoning in Mina
The plain of Arafat with the Namira Mosque
The Day of Arafah
The 9th day of Dhul Hijjah, the Day of Arafah, is the culmination of Hajj. On this day, all pilgrims gather on the plain of Arafah, about 20 kilometers east of Mecca. Standing on Arafah (Wuquf) is the most important obligation of Hajj; without this act, the pilgrimage is not valid.
Pilgrims spend the day in prayer, supplication and asking for forgiveness. It is a day of great spiritual significance, during which Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) delivered his farewell sermon.
For Muslims who are not on Hajj, fasting on the Day of Arafah is a recommended act that can expiate the sins of the previous and coming year.
Register via Nusuk
Since 2024, Nusuk is the official platform of the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah for all pilgrims from outside Saudi Arabia. Through this platform you must register, book an approved travel package and apply for your visa.
The Nusuk platform is available at hajj.nusuk.sa and offers an overview of all travel organizations approved by the Saudi government and their packages.
Registration steps
- 1
Create account on Nusuk
Go to hajj.nusuk.sa, select your country and create an account with your email address. You will receive a verification code by email.
- 2
Upload passport and photo
Upload a scan of your passport (JPEG/PNG, 800x400px) and a passport photo with white background (200x200px). Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months upon entry.
- 3
Fill in registration form
Enter your contact details, work info, expected arrival date and health information. Here you also indicate which vaccine you have received (Meningococcal). You can add family members you want to travel with.
- 4
Wait for verification
After submission, your account will be verified by Nusuk. This can take several days to weeks.
- 5
Fill E-wallet
Deposit money into your Nusuk E-wallet via IBAN (takes several days) or credit card (instant). This way you can book a package directly later.
- 6
Book Hajj package
Once packages become available, you can choose and book a package. Be quick: popular packages sell out within minutes.
Note: Note: Booking rounds fill up quickly. In 2026, the first packages sold out within minutes. Make sure your account is verified and your E-wallet is filled before the booking round starts. First come, first served.
Required documents
Passport
Valid for at least 6 months after return, preferably longer. At least 2 empty pages for visas and stamps.
Note: Do not apply for a visa if you plan to renew your passport. Your visa is linked to your passport number and becomes invalid with a new passport.
Passport photo
Recent color photo with white background. For women: headscarf allowed, face must be visible.
Vaccination
In previous years, the Meningococcal ACWY vaccination was always required. Check the current guidelines on the Nusuk website under 'Health Guidelines'.
Hajj 2027 Costs
The costs for Hajj via Nusuk are not yet finalized for 2027. Based on 2026 prices, you can expect the following indication:
Basic package
€8.500 - €9.500
Most chosen by Dutch pilgrims
Premium package
€10.000 - €15.000+
Closer to Haram, more luxurious hotels
Included in Nusuk package: Hajj visa, round-trip flight, hotels in Mecca and Medina, accommodation in Mina and Arafat, meals during Hajj days, transport and often the sacrificial animal (Hady).
Not included: Vaccinations, travel insurance and personal expenses.
Shifting vs Non-shifting package
Shifting: Shifting: You stay in 2 different hotels in Mecca. One hotel close to the ritual places (convenient during Hajj days) and one hotel closer to the mosque (for other days).
Non-shifting: Non-shifting: You stay in the same hotel throughout your Mecca stay, no moving required.
Preparation
- Start your preparations at least 6 months in advance
- Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months after return
- Book your trip with an approved travel organization
- Plan your vaccinations well in advance (at least 2 weeks before departure)
- Train your fitness: Hajj is physically demanding
- Learn the rituals and their meaning
Medical requirements
Meningococcal ACWY (required)
The vaccination certificate must be at least 10 days and no more than 5 years old upon arrival.
Hepatitis A (recommended)
Protects against food and water-related infections.
DTP booster
Check if your DTP vaccination is still current (every 10 years).
Practical information
Number of pilgrims
More than 2 million Muslims perform Hajj annually
Duration
The rituals last 5-6 days, but most trips are 2-3 weeks
Locations
Mecca, Mina, Arafah and Muzdalifah in Saudi Arabia
Vaccinations for Hajj 2027
Plan your appointment for the required Meningococcal ACWY vaccination and any recommended vaccinations in time.