Saudi Arabia is set to commence the issuance of Hajj visas on February 8, 2026, marking a significant step in the Kingdom's efforts to enhance service readiness and ensure the comfort of pilgrims, as reported by multiple sources including ProPakistani and Saudi Gazette. This early issuance is part of an accelerated timeline, aligning with the Kingdom's Vision 2030. According to Saudi Gazette, 'contracts covering 100% of services at the holy sites for pilgrims arriving from abroad have been finalized,' and accommodations in Makkah have been secured through the Nusk platform. As of now, 750,000 pilgrims have registered, with 30,000 packages booked directly from home countries, highlighting the extensive preparations undertaken by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah.