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Hajj Health

Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Makkah, attracts millions of Muslims from around the world. Given the large gatherings and the physical demands of the pilgrimage, maintaining health and ensuring adequate medical preparation are paramount.

The Saudi Arabian government, along with global health organisations, mandates specific vaccinations to mitigate the risk of infectious diseases and ensure the safety of all pilgrims. These vaccinations include those for meningococcal meningitis, seasonal influenza, and COVID-19, among others.

Proper vaccination not only protects individual pilgrims but also helps in safeguarding public health by preventing the outbreak and spread of contagious diseases during this significant religious event.

Mandatory: Meningitis ACWY 

  • Quadrivalent (ACYW) Polysaccharide Vaccine, 10 days prior to arrival and should not exceed 3 years. 
  • Quadrivalent (ACYW) Conjugated Vaccine within the last 5 years, and at least 10 days prior to arrival. 
  • Health authorities at the pilgrims’ country of origin should ensure their vaccination within the required validity period and make sure that the type of vaccine and its date is clearly shown in the vaccination certificate. If the vaccine type is not indicated on the certificate, it will be considered valid for 3 years only 

  

Recommended:  

  • COVID-19 Vaccination (Travelers aged 12 years and over, intending to perform or attend Hajj from all countries)  
  • Seasonal Influenza (Travelers arriving to Hajj areas for Hajj, seasonal work or other purposes, particularly pregnant women, children under 5 years, the elderly, individuals with chronic medical conditions (such as chronic cardiac, pulmonary, renal, metabolic, neurodevelopmental, liver, or hematologic diseases) and individuals with immunosuppressive conditions (such as HIV/AIDS, receiving chemotherapy or steroids, or malignancy) 

  

We advise you to consult your local GP / Doctor / Practice Nurse / Travel Clinic early to ensure your health needs are addressed and that you are up to date with all other vaccines.