As part of intensive preparations for the 1447 AH/2026 Hajj season, and to organize executive procedures in a way that ensures distinguished and safe services for pilgrims to the Sacred House of God, the Chamber of Travel and Tourism Companies and Agencies stressed that January 12, 2026, is the deadline for completing housing inspection procedures and documenting contracts for this season's pilgrims in both Makkah and Madinah, in line with the timetable approved by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The chamber stressed the need to adhere to the set timings for completing all procedures without any exceptions, affirming that failure to meet the announced deadline may force the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities to take the legal measures stipulated, particularly regarding the value of the insurance deposit provided by companies and the termination of consortium (solidarity) procedures, in accordance with paragraph (c) of Clause Three on implementation procedures and conditions.
The Chamber of Tourism Companies urged companies implementing Hajj programs to speed up the completion of housing inspection and contract documentation procedures well ahead of the deadline, to ensure the smooth flow of subsequent procedures without delay, protect the interests of pilgrims and spare companies any legal penalties that may be applied in the event of violations.
The chamber explained that adherence to the approved timings is part of the shared keenness of the concerned authorities and tourism companies to deliver an organized and safe Hajj season befitting Egyptian pilgrims and reflecting a positive image of Egypt's tourist Hajj system.
