Medina: The restriction on offering voluntary prayers in Riyaz-ul-Jannah at Masjid-e-Nabawi ﷺ once a year has been lifted. However, visitors will still require a permit via the Nusk mobile app to access the sacred area.
The Haramain Sharifain administration has announced that visitors can now obtain a new permit every 20 minutes through the Nusk app, allowing more flexibility for worshippers. This rule applies to both local and international visitors, including those already present in Masjid-e-Nabawi ﷺ.
The administration emphasized that the permit system will help manage the large influx of pilgrims and ensure the smooth flow of worshippers in Riyaz-ul-Jannah, which is considered one of the holiest spots in Islam.
Background
Riyaz-ul-Jannah, also known as the Garden of Paradise, is the area between the Prophet Muhammad’s ﷺ house and his pulpit in Masjid-e-Nabawi ﷺ. It is considered one of the most sacred spaces in the mosque and is believed to be part of Jannah (Paradise). Worshippers often strive to pray here due to its immense spiritual significance.
Last year, Saudi Arabia introduced a restriction allowing voluntary prayers in Riyaz-ul-Jannah only once a year. The policy applied to both Saudi citizens and expatriates with residency permits. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah stated that permits to pray in Riyaz-ul-Jannah would be issued once every 365 days to better manage the overwhelming demand during peak pilgrimage seasons.
This change in policy now offers worshippers greater access to the sacred area. However, the Nusk app remains mandatory for obtaining permits, ensuring a systematic and organized approach to accommodating pilgrims.
This update is part of Saudi Arabia’s ongoing efforts to enhance the experience for pilgrims visiting the two holy mosques.
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