2027 Lottery Pilgrimage Application Deadlines
The Ministry of Interior announces the opening of registration for lottery-based Hajj for the 1448 Hijri year – 2027 Gregorian year, starting from August 12, 2026, until August 27, 2026. Applications can be submitted through police stations or via the official website, with a public draw conducted according to a specific timetable. Submission must be done in person or online using a valid national ID card. Applicants must have not performed Hajj before in their entire life, be in good health, and have received certain recommended vaccinations. Those suffering from infectious diseases or serious illnesses are prohibited from traveling. A fee of 80,000 Egyptian pounds must be paid within 12 days of announcing the results. Additionally, there are age requirements: applicants must be at least 21 years old; companions who are mandatory for the applicant should be at least 18 years old; optional companions should be at least 12 years old. The oldest eligible applicants may be allocated up to 1% of the visas, distributed by security directorates. Applications that are fraudulent or fail to meet the conditions will be rejected. Required documents include the national ID card and a medical status certificate. All health guidelines and regulations must be adhered to in order to ensure that Hajj is performed safely and orderly.
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