Minister Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah presented the card to Indonesian Minister of Religious Affairs Yaqut Cholil Qoumas during an official visit to Indonesia.

They discussed preparations and improving services for Indonesia, which is sending a record 241,000 pilgrims.

Al-Rabiah met with senior Indonesian officials, Hajj service providers, and investors to enhance facilities and services for pilgrims.

The Saudi Arabian government has launched a new Nusuk pilgrim card to simplify and secure the Hajj season.

This is part of ongoing efforts to improve the pilgrimage experience using advanced technology.

The card is easy to read and helps identify and verify pilgrims, preventing unauthorized individuals from entering holy sites and ensuring safety and security.

The card aims to increase operational efficiency and reduce instances of illegal pilgrimages.

The Saudi Arabian ministry has announced that the Hajj pilgrimage card will be available in both digital and physical formats.

The print copy will be distributed to pilgrims through their Hajj missions or service providers, while the digital version can be accessed through the Nusuk and Tawakkalna applications.

Pilgrims must scan the QR code on the printed card to obtain the digital version, which offers various services including identity verification and access to optimal services from authorities.

The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Hajj and Umrah requires all pilgrims, both foreign and domestic, to obtain a smartphone application called the Hajj and Umrah Registration System card before arriving at the Holy Sites for the Hajj pilgrimage.

The card contains personal information, health records, and travel details.

It is mandatory for entry and travel within Makkah and Madinah, as well as for movements between the Holy Sites of Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah.

The card also includes communication details for the respective Hajj mission and grouping schedules, as well as residential addresses.

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia is encouraging pilgrims to use a digital card for evaluating services, receiving alerts, and filing complaints.

The ministry also warned against fake Hajj campaigns and urged applicants to use official channels.

In March, the ministry launched the second edition of its "Jusoor Initiative" to improve communication with foreign countries and facilitate pilgrimage procedures.

The Muslim World League supported the Saudi Council of Senior Scholars' statement that performing Hajj without a permit is not permissible.

Sheikh Dr. Muhammad Al-Issa, leader of the Muslim World League and the Association of Muslim Scholars, explained that the council's statement creates a legal foundation for addressing problematic pilgrim behavior that harms other pilgrims and puts a strain on organizations responsible for managing the Hajj.

This includes ensuring a hassle-free experience and providing optimal services for pilgrims.