Hajj 2021 (1442) Update 1

The dates for this year's Hajj pilgrimage are 17 to 22 July. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia government are yet to make a formal announcement regarding the entry and health requirements for Hajj 2021.

Due to the ongoing uncertainties around international travel, the Council of British Hajjis UK (CBHUK) are currently advising that British Muslims do not make any travel plans or bookings for Hajj 2021.

• See the CBHUK website for further information

Those that are planning to travel to Saudi Arabia for Hajj are strongly advised to monitor the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) guidance in particular:

• If the FCDO permits travel to Saudi Arabia
• If Saudi Arabia are permitting entry from UK travellers
• If entry is allowed, what are the entry and quarantine requirements

Please see the TRAVAX Hajj and Umrah Pilgrimage page for details of how to best prepare travellers for the pilgrimage.

All travellers should review the fitfortravel COVID-19 Health Considerations for Travel advice page for further information on:

• FCDO Travel Advisory Notices
• The risk of exposure to coronavirus (COVID-19) at their destination
• Requirements for COVID testing at their destination prior to return
• Self-isolation rules on return to the UK
• Travel Insurance
• Medical Facilities at their destination

Further Information

FCDO Foreign Travel Advice: Saudi Arabia

Council for British Hajjis (CBHUK)

Muslim Council of Britain

Ministry of Hajj and Umrah