Singapore seeks bigger Haj quota
Singapore, which has been allocated 900 places for the annual Haj pilgrimage in 2026, has requested for an additional quota from the Saudi Arabian authorities
SINGAPORE (MNTV) – Singapore, which has been allocated 900 places for the annual Haj pilgrimage in 2026, has requested for an additional quota from the Saudi Arabian authorities, said Acting Minister-in-charge for Muslim Affairs Associate Professor Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim, as quoted by Asia One.
Faishal made the announcement in a Facebook post after meeting with Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr Tawfiq Al-Rabiah.
“The signing marks an important milestone as it formally confirms Singapore’s Haj quota for the upcoming (2026) season.
“Each year, this agreement represents more than numbers. It reflects the trust and friendship between our two countries, and our shared commitment to ensure a safe, smooth and spiritually fulfilling haj journey for our pilgrims,” said the Acting Minister.
Faishal added that Singapore has also requested for an additional quota for 2027, so that more Singaporean pilgrims can fulfil their lifelong aspiration to fulfil the haj. Singapore was also given an allocation of 900 places in 2024 and 2025.
Over a million pilgrims attend haj each year, except between 2020 and 2022, when the number of pilgrims was capped due to Covid.
The Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (Muis) said in October that all 900 spaces have been allocated and eligible pilgrims have been notified through the MyHajSG portal.
From 2026 onwards, the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah (MOHU) requires all prospective pilgrims to obtain a valid certification confirming that they are medically fit. They are also required to be free from the disqualifying chronic medical conditions and be physically capable of performing haj rituals safely.
Muis added in its statement that applicants aged 70 years and above who are certified medically fit will receive priority consideration given the new stringent medical health requirement.
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