The UAE will open registration for citizens wishing to perform Hajj in the 2027 season on September 14, the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat has confirmed, giving prospective pilgrims a clear window to plan well before the pilgrimage itself.
UAE Sets September 14-25 As Registration Window For Hajj 2027 Season
Registration will run through the authority’s smart application and website from September 14 until September 25, after which applicants will go through an automated screening process based on Cabinet Resolution No. 32 of 2018 and the authority’s approved eligibility criteria and conditions. The process mirrors last year’s approach, when registration for the 2026 season also ran through the same digital channels before closing on October 9.
What Happens After You Apply
The screening is expected to wrap up by October 9, when the names of approved pilgrims will be announced. Successful applicants will then be contacted directly to complete the remaining procedures needed to confirm their place, from documentation to logistics ahead of departure.
Why The Early Start
This isn’t a last-minute scramble on the authority’s part; it said preparations are beginning early. This move was taken specifically to stay on top of the approved timetable and to leave enough time to sort registration, screening and pilgrim services well in advance of the season itself. Strategic plans are already being developed to support pilgrims both within the UAE and at the holy sites in Saudi Arabia. This will make the journey as smooth and comfortable as possible from start to finish, covering everything from transport to on-ground assistance during the pilgrimage.
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Building On Past Seasons
The authority credited the performance of the UAE Pilgrims Affairs Office in previous seasons to ongoing development, continuous performance reviews and consistent use of technology to improve services. They also said the 2027 push builds directly on those foundations, with an added focus on enhancing the overall pilgrim experience rather than simply repeating what’s worked before.
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What To Expect On Competition
For context, roughly 6,200 Emiratis were approved for Hajj in the 2026 season out of a much larger applicant pool that ran into the tens of thousands, so competition for slots tends to be real, and the automated selection process matters more than many applicants expect. Saudi Arabia has also confirmed it is already in the early stages of preparing for the 2027 season on its end, which suggests both countries are working on a similar timeline this year.
If Hajj 2027 is on your radar, the practical takeaway is straightforward: mark September 14 in your calendar, have your Emirates ID and documentation ready ahead of time, and get your application in through the smart app or website before the September 25 deadline closes the window.
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FAQs
When does UAE Hajj 2027 registration open?
September 14, 2026, through the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat's smart app and website.
How are applicants selected? Through automated screening under Cabinet Resolution No. 32 of 2018 and the authority's approved eligibility criteria.
Through automated screening under Cabinet Resolution No. 32 of 2018 and the authority's approved eligibility criteria.
When will approved pilgrims be announced?
By October 9, 2026, after an automated screening process.
