Tunisia Sets Quota for Hajj Pilgrims in 2026
Tunisia to Send 10,982 Pilgrims to Hajj in 2026
The Tunisian government has announced that it will send 10,982 pilgrims to the Hajj in 2026, according to Anis Mezoughi, the head of the Hajj and Umrah Management Department at the Ministry of Religious Affairs.
Speaking on the national radio, Mezoughi explained that Tunisia has officially requested an increase in its quota, citing the results of the 2024 general census and expressing hope for a favorable response from the Saudi authorities.
Travel Dates and Logistics
The first flight to the holy sites is scheduled for May 7, with departures continuing until May 22. Return flights are planned for June 1-14.
The Ministry has stated that preparations are entering their final phase, including logistical organization, mission structuring, and task allocation among various teams of supervisors.
Key Statistics and Precautions
This year, the average age of Tunisian pilgrims is 62, a relatively high level compared to other nationalities.
To ensure a smooth pilgrimage, each pilgrim will be issued a "Nusuk" card containing their personal data, aimed at preventing loss during the performance of rituals.
The authorities have advised pilgrims to bring sufficient quantities of medication covering the duration of their stay in the holy sites, emphasizing the importance of keeping them readily available during travel.
Pilgrims are also recommended to strictly follow the guidelines issued by accompanying missions, whether administrative or sanitary, throughout the different stages of the pilgrimage.
Translation Notes
- "Nusuk" is an Arabic term referring to a digital pilgrim card used to facilitate the Hajj and Umrah experience.
- "Umrah" is an Arabic term referring to a lesser pilgrimage to Mecca, which can be performed at any time of the year.
- "Hajj" is an Arabic term referring to the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, which takes place in the month of Dhu al-Hijjah.
