Saudi Arabia has allowed 1 million Hajj pilgrims on a few terms that are essential for each upcoming Muslim for Hajj 2022. There are requirements for complete vaccination against COVID 19 and equivalent or under 65 years of age for joining Hajj 2020.
The Saudi government has increased its quota for each country in the world. This number of 1 million will consist of locals and foreigners. If we compare this year’s numbering to the last 2 years, then we’ll find the number of pilgrims will be much higher this year. According to the records of the last two years, this crowd of pilgrims included 1000 and then 6000 people in 2020 and 2021 respectively
Hajj 2022 Quota
Official Saudi news agency issued the list of Hajj 2022 Quota.
- Indonesia: 100,051
- Pakistan: 81,132
- India: 79,237
- Bangladesh: 57,585
- Nigeria: 43,008
- Iran: 38,481
- Turkey: 37,770
- Egypt: 35,375
- Afghanistan: 13,582
- Russia: 11,318
- UK: 12,348
- USA: 9,504
- France: 9,268
- China: 9,190
- Thailand: 5,885
- Ukraine: 91
- Angola: 23
Saudi Arabia distributes its quota to the world, taking into account the Muslim population. Since the majority of Indonesia’s population is related to the religion of Islam, Saudi Arabia has allowed the maximum number of Indonesian pilgrims to come to Hajj in 2022. Thus Pakistan, India and then Bangladesh are followed by Indonesia. Here are the quotas for Hajj 2022 from only 17 countries. This does not mean that only the inhabitants of these countries will take part in the holy journey. On the contrary, this time Muslims of all countries will be welcomed according to the quota ataköy esc issued.
According to Saudi news: 85% (foreigners) + 15% (locals) = 1 Million.
85% of pilgrims are foreigners and 15% are locals and the sum of them is 1 million.
Hajj 2022 Terms:
- Fully Vaccinated against COVID 19
- Age limit 65 years
- PCR Test
Fully Vaccinated against COVID 19:
The Saudi ministry has lifted the ban on COVID 19 vaccination for Umrah during Ramadan, but it is necessary for Hajj 2022. Fully vaccinated here means 2 doses of COVID 19. Maybe if agencies force you to take a booster dose when booking Hajj Packages 2022. If 8 months have passed since the last second dose of COVID, it will be necessary. The best option is to take it in advance. You should try the immunizations recommended by Saudi Arabia.
Age limit 65 years:
People under the age of 65 will perform Hajj in 2022. The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has allowed people aged 65 and under to perform Hajj. The ministry will allow children to come with their parents, but they must be over 5 years old.
Now Solo woman can perform Hajj if she is over 45 years of age. Solo here means no male relatives are needed.
PCR Test:
PCR (Polymerase chain reaction) is a test to diagnose genetic material from viruses. Doctors can detect the presence of the virus in your body. Therefore, this test is most recommended for departure from one’s homeland for Hajj 2022. Saudi Arabia has relaxed the PCR ban on Umrah pilgrims, but not on Hajj pilgrims. There is only one condition regarding the PCR test, that is, it is necessary to get the report of the PCR test within 72 hours of departure.
And if your report is negative then well and good and you are valid otherwise Kingdom doors are closed.
Managing one million crowds in Mecca and Medina is challenging for the Saudi government. So, this time their priority is to maintain the safety and security of the pilgrims in both the grand mosques.
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Overview:
Saudi Arabia has allowed one million Muslims to perform the Hajj this year but hopes to exceed one million next year. A person over the age of 65 cannot participate in Hajj practice for 2022. If anyone wants to join Hajj this year, don’t delay in getting the code dose. Remember 72 hours for PCR test.
