What is the requirement for Hajj / Umrah Vaccination from the Saudi Arabian government to all the passenger coming for Hajj Pilgrimage?
Hajj Pilgrimage Passengers must require the proof of vaccination against meningococcal meningitis and COVID-19. Next step is to register on the Tawakkalna App
Required vaccination for Hajj / Umrah Travel outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia?
- SARS-COV-2 (COVID-19): All countries
- Meningococcal meningitis: All countries. (1 year and above)
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Do you need meningitis vaccine for Umrah?
- Yes, Passengers are required
UK
Vaccination for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims from the UK: https://www.meningitis.org/meningitis/vaccine-information/vaccination-for-hajj-and-umrah-pilgrims
What type of Hajj vaccines are available in UK?
There are two ‘conjugate’ ACWY vaccines available in the UK, Menveo® and Nimenrix®.
Polysaccharide ACWY vaccines are available in some countries outside of the UK, but protection from these vaccines do not last as long as protection from conjugate vaccines.
How to get Hajj / Umrah Vaccine Certificate in UK?
- You can get the vaccine certificate at the vaccination center where you got the vaccine in UK
- It clearly has to state the medicine name
- The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) will give you the clear advice of pilgrim vaccinations
- Passenger must register on the Tawakkalna App which is a digital platform to manage for the Hajj / Umrah.
- Enter your details, passport number, vaccination details
- Upload the vaccination details
How to upload vaccine certificate for hajj in tawakkalna?
- Register through Absher and start uploading
How to book Hajj 2023 from UK?
- Book from Nusuk Hajj Portal
Whom to contact Hajj related queries from Britain (UK)?
The British Hajj Team can be contacted in the following ways:
- Telephone: 00966 125 34 0000 (Hilton switchboard and ask for British Hajj Team)
- Mobile: 00966 501 00 4268 (Available 24hrs a day)
How to register on Tawakkalna app for the Hajj Pilgrimage?
- Download the app
- Enter your details, passport number, vaccination details
- Upload the vaccination details where you get vaccinated
- Enter the date, type of vaccine, batch number you have received
- Once all the details are received, it will be verified and Tawakkalna app will generate the Hajj/Umrah vaccine certificate
- Download the certificate and keep it with you when you travel for Hajj / Umrah
- The above steps are the requirements required from Saudi Government. Since the requirements may vary based on the Government regulation, it is always safe to enquire the nearest Saudi Consulate / embassy for the latest requirements
Download Tawakkalna app for Android device from Google play store, Apple from App store
Is Vaccine compulsory for the passenger travelling for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims?
- Yes, Vaccination is compulsory for all Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.
Is travel insurance mandatory for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims?
- Yes it is required to obtain fully comprehensive Shariah compliant travel insurance and travel with a reputable tour operator