Saturday, April 17, 2021
Corona Vaccination is must for participation in Hajj this Year 2021 - Saudi Health Minister
The Health Minister of Saudi Arabia, Tawfiq Al-Rabiah has directed that acceptance of pilgrims in this year's Hajj is linked with receiving Corona vaccine, Covid-19 vaccination is mandatory condition for participation in Hajj this year 2021.
Al Rabiah said vaccination would be required for all taking part and direct staff to form a Covid-19 vaccination committee before the Hajj season in July.
- He added that, authorities must secure the manpower required to operate the health facilities in Makkah Al Mukarammah, Madina Al Munawarrah and the other entry points for pilgrims. Trending : Riyadh Health arrests a Saudi citizen and expat for providing fake Corona reports
- The obligation of taking the Corona vaccine for those wishing to participate as this year it is one of the main conditions for the participation in the Hajj season.
- However, it is not yet cleared that pilgrims from outside the Kingdom who took corona vaccine are allowed this year or not.
- Last year, Saudi Arabia allowed only domestic pilgrims for the Hajj pilgrimage, including Saudi citizens and foreigners living in the Kingdom. Recommend : Saudi Arabia launches new drive-through Corona vaccination centers
