Thursday, June 9, 2022
Ministry of Hajj and Umrah clarifies on whether Children below 5 years can perform Hajj pilgrimage this year 2022 (1443 AH)
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia clarifies whether the children below 5 years of age are allowed to perform Hajj this year 2022 (1443 AH) or not. Trending : Negative PCR test result must for arriving international Hajj pilgrims
This came in response to an inquiry from one of pilgrim to which the ministry said, it is possible to apply for Hajj pilgrimage for the age group of less than 65 years. Most Viewed : 10 approved corona vaccines for Hajj pilgrims
- However, one of the condition for performing Hajj pilgrimage this year, the applicant must complete his vaccination against corona virus (Covid-19) with one of the vaccines approved by the Public Health Authority.
- Earlier, the Ministry of Health announced the availability of corona vaccine for children of age group 5 to 11 years, while for lower age groups the vaccine is still not approved. Read : As Hajj season begins, more challenges and changes in store for Saudi Arabia
