A senior official from the Department of Consular Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on Qatari citizens intending to perform Hajj this season to adhere to the regulations set forth by the authorities of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Among these regulations is the prohibition on entering or staying in Makkah from 1 Dhul-Qi'dah (April 29, 2025) to 14 Dhul-Hijjah (June 10, 2025).The official clarified that performing the Hajj pilgrimage requires obtaining a Hajj permit.