Over 72,000 people apply for the Hajj in the UAE in 2026, setting a record. Dubai: After an initial round of preparations for the yearly pilgrimage, the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments, and Zakat has authorized 6,228 Emirati men and women to do the Hajj in the 1447 AH/2026 season. Text messages and other forms of communication have been used to notify approved applicants to start finishing the necessary steps. According to the Authority, an automated screening mechanism based on predetermined criteria and eligibility requirements was used to make the selection. Fairness for all applicants was ensured by the transparent and equitable design of the procedure.
This year’s record demand With almost 72,000 citizens submitting applications through the Authority’s official portals this year—one of the greatest numbers in recent years—the demand hit a record high. Certain groups are given priority. The electronic filtration mechanism gave priority to: Elderly people Candidates with medical issues that call for special consideration, as confirmed by certified medical records Citizens who have applied more than once in the past without being granted a permit First-time candidates To guarantee the security and effective administration of the pilgrim delegation from the United Arab Emirates, additional organizational measures were implemented.
Applications are carried over to the following year. Those who are not chosen for this year’s Hajj will not need to reapply or submit fresh paperwork because their applications will be automatically carried over to the 1448 AH/2027 season. It was suggested that anyone looking for clarification call the Unified Call Center at 8008222. dedication to a well-planned and secure pilgrimage In keeping with the leadership’s goal of offering the greatest levels of comfort and care, the Authority reiterated its dedication to making sure UAE pilgrims had a safe, seamless, and well-organized Hajj experience.
