⚠️ Honest note: Nusuk is the Saudi government's official platform — there is no public API, so no website (including ours) can book permits for you. Permits MUST be booked in the official Nusuk app. This guide shows you exactly how.
What is Nusuk?
Nusuk (nusuk.sa) is the official platform of Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. It is the only official way to book Umrah permits and Rawdah (Riyadh ul Jannah) visit permits. Over 40 million users across 190 countries use it.
How to book a Rawdah permit — step by step
- Download the Nusuk app (App Store / Google Play) — latest version.
- Register as a Visitor: visa number, passport number, date of birth, nationality, mobile, email, password.
- Go to Holy Mosque Services → Booking of Permit for Noble Rawdah (men and women have separate slots).
- Select yourself + companions, pick an available date and time slot.
- Confirm — your QR permit appears in the app.
Pro tips (verified)
- 🎯 New slots often release on Fridays around Dhuhr time — open the app then!
- ⏱️ Rawdah slots fill in seconds — book BEFORE you reach Madinah, not at the hotel.
- 📱 The QR must be shown live in the app — screenshots are NOT accepted.
- 🚶 Arrive 30 minutes early; you get only 10–15 minutes inside.
- 🔄 If slots show unavailable: close/reopen the app, switch WiFi↔mobile data, try again later.
- ⚡ Near the Prophet's Mosque? Use the Instant Track option for same-day booking.
- 📋 You can book Rawdah only once every 365 days via normal booking.
How to book an Umrah permit
- Open Nusuk → Permits → Umrah.
- Select the person performing Umrah (add companions for group).
- Choose your date + time slot (keep 1–2 backup dates).
- Confirm — QR permit generates instantly.
Keep your passport details matching exactly, phone charged, and mobile data ON at the Haram gates.
Official links
🌐 nusuk.sa — official website
📱 Search "Nusuk" on the App Store / Google Play (by Ministry of Hajj and Umrah).
Frequently asked questions
Can I book a Nusuk permit from another website?
No. Nusuk has no public API — permits can only be booked in the official Nusuk app or on nusuk.sa. Any site claiming to book permits for you is not official.
When do new Rawdah slots open?
New slots are often released on Fridays around Dhuhr time. They fill within seconds — have the app ready and book immediately.
Can I visit Rawdah without a permit?
Entry to the Rawdah requires a Nusuk permit (once per 365 days), or the Instant Track option when you're physically near the Prophet's Mosque.
Is a screenshot of the permit accepted?
No — the QR code must be shown live inside the Nusuk app at the gate. Keep your phone charged with mobile data on.
What is the Nusuk app used for?
Nusuk is the official Saudi platform (Ministry of Hajj and Umrah) for booking Umrah permits, Rawdah (Riyaz-ul-Jannah) prayer slots, and managing Hajj/Umrah travel services.
Is the Nusuk app mandatory for Umrah?
Yes — an Umrah permit booked through Nusuk is required, and entry to the Rawdah at the Prophet's Mosque needs a separate Nusuk permit. Rules can change, so confirm in the app before traveling.
How do I register for the Nusuk app?
Download the Nusuk app (by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah), sign up with your email and passport details, verify your account, then book permits from the home screen.
How to use the Nusuk app for Riyaz-ul-Jannah (Rawdah)?
Open the Nusuk app, choose the Rawdah permit option, pick an available slot, and show the live QR code at the gate. Slots open periodically and fill fast — book the moment they appear.
Guide compiled from official Saudi sources and verified traveler reports (2026). Rules can change — always confirm in the Nusuk app. Disclaimer