Maldivians studying in Saudi Arabia to be allowed to perform Hajj, for assisting pilgrims

The Government of Saudi Arabia has decided to allow Maldivian students studying in Saudi Arabia to undertake the pilgrimage since they assist Maldivian pilgrims during the Hajj season.

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Minister of Islamic Affairs Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed (L) greeting Matrek Abdullah Al-Ajalin Aldosari at the Ministry of Islamic Affairs on February 7, 2024 -- Photo: Ministry of Islamic Affairs

Lamya Abdulla

2024-02-07 20:25:32

The Government of Saudi Arabia has decided to allow Maldivian students studying in Saudi Arabia to undertake the pilgrimage since they assist Maldivian pilgrims during the Hajj season.

Minister of Islamic Affairs Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed said that Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj has accepted the Maldives’ request to allow Maldivian students studying in Saudi Arabia that assist the pilgrims to undertake the pilgrimage themselves during the Hajj season.

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