Whoever will be allowed to register with Awqaf UAE has to meet certain criteria. They must be UAE citizens, above at least 12 years of age, and must not have performed Haj in the last five seasons. That way, any person who hasn't been granted a chance in the last few years gets an opportunity. It therefore gives priority, in the registration process, to the first-time people of determination going for the Haj pilgrimage, including cases of incurable diseases, elderly cases, and their relatives or companions. This, in essence, is the accommodation of those in need or with special circumstances.

The Saudi Arabian Hajj affairs authorities have allotted the UAE a quota of 6,228 pilgrimage slots for the 2025 Hajj season. It would fall to the Awqaf UAE to issue the permits for Haj and 'Nusuk' cards in coordination with Saudi officials. Such a collaboration would be paramount to ensuring that pilgrims are fully facilitated with medical, legal, and logistical services along their journey. In such a manner, the issuance of these permits and cards would simplify the procedure and allow pilgrims to be endowed with the necessary documents to fulfill their rites.

Awqaf, UAE, is on its part serious about keeping the standards up through the Haj season. To this effect, the authority will make periodical assessments of Haj campaigns and the teams facilitating the pilgrimage. Such evaluations are indeed to let the services cater to the specified standards so that the experience for pilgrims becomes as smooth and fulfilling as possible. Add to this that in the next few months, Awqaf UAE will start awareness programs. The program will enable the pilgrims to get through the preparatory stages smoothly and keep them informed about every stage of rituals and requirements of the pilgrimage.

It will also provide hotlines serving pilgrims during the season. These hotlines will contribute to solving all kinds of inquiries and problems that might arise and further facilitate the smooth running of the pilgrimage. Such facilitation underlines Awqaf UAE's commitment to full support for pilgrims.

This year, almost 1.8 million people performed the Haj, including 1.6 million foreigners. The Haj is one of the Five Pillars of Islam-one that every true Muslim is obliged to perform once in their lifetime if they are financially capable. Such a journey is no doubt spiritual, and one can only hope that, with Awqaf UAE's planning and assistance, the event was well-received and went well for all present.

UAE Announces Registration Dates for Haj 2025

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