Jeddah: The first batch of Qatari pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia to perform the Hajj pilgrimage, amid intensive efforts to ensure the comfort and safety of Qatar’s pilgrims.
According to Qatar News Agency, the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs’ Department of Hajj and Umrah is coordinating closely with all concerned government bodies to facilitate pilgrims’ travel and stay procedures. In collaboration with the Qatari Hajj Mission’s coordination and follow-up unit and airport officials, Qatar Airways is offering luggage check-in and boarding pass printing services 24-hours in advance, enabling pilgrims to proceed directly to their boarding gates at time of travel without hassle.
Several Qatar Airways and Saudia flights have departed from Hamad International Airport since Friday morning, carrying pilgrims registered with 17 accredited Qatari Hajj campaigns. Qatar’s pilgrims will continue to flock to King Abdulaziz International Airport and the Hajj Terminal tomorrow, with the majority of Qatari pilgrims expected to arrive by Monday, June 2.
Qatar Airways has designated special counters for Qatari pilgrims at Hamad International Airport, while the Qatari Hajj Mission, in cooperation with Qatar Airways, have deployed support units and joint Qatari staff at Saudi airports to facilitate entry procedures through Saudi border points.
With field, service, and administrative teams working around the clock, the Qatari Hajj Mission is leveraging all logistical, legal, medical, and guidance resources to ensure pilgrims can perform their rituals in the best health, organizational, and spiritual conditions.
Numerous Qatari pilgrims from various campaigns expressed their gratitude to the Qatari Hajj Mission and its support units for their commendable efforts in facilitating their travel and stay. They praised the smooth and swift procedures starting from their departure from Hamad International Airport, facilitated by Qatar Airways, all the way to their reception at King Abdulaziz International Airport and the Hajj Terminal in Jeddah. They also highlighted the easy coordination of their transfers, luggage delivery, and accommodations in Makkah.
Pilgrims also appreciated Saudi Arabia’s relevant authorities’ positive cooperation, noting the courteous treatment and swift procedures they have experienced. These comprehensive efforts reflect the State of Qatar’s commitment to providing the highest levels of service and care to its pilgrims, both in travel arrangements and on the ground in Makkah and the holy sites.
The Qatari Hajj Mission continues to offer direct and continuous support to Qatari campaigns with ongoing field monitoring to ensure pilgrims’ safety, comfort, and peace of mind throughout this sacred journey.