- Measures are being taken to ensure the safety of pilgrims, says the ministry spokesman.
- Pregnant women are also prohibited from performing the pilgrimage, the notice said.
- Only physically able pilgrims are allowed to make the sacred journey.
ISLAMABAD: The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has issued a health advisory for the 2025 Hajj, outlining strict requirements for prospective pilgrims, with particular emphasis on excluding people suffering from complex medical conditions.
According to the spokesman for the Ministry of Religious Affairs, Muhammad Umar Butt, people with serious illnesses will not be allowed to perform the Hajj pilgrimage.
He said this measure is in response to the extreme weather conditions expected during the Hajj season and is to ensure the safety and well-being of all pilgrims.
The spokesman further clarified that those suffering from serious kidney, heart, lung, liver and cancer diseases will not be allowed to participate in the Hajj.
He also said that people diagnosed with dementia or contagious diseases such as tuberculosis, whooping cough and other similar illnesses will also be excluded from the pilgrimage.
He said the notice also specifies that children under 12 years of age and pregnant women will not be allowed to perform the Hajj.
Umar also said it is mandatory for all pilgrims to be vaccinated against meningitis, COVID-19, seasonal flu and polio as part of health protocols established by Saudi authorities.
He made it clear that only those who were in good health and physically able to endure the rigors of the pilgrimage could undertake the sacred journey.
