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Rawdah Booking is an independent private B2B service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, or to Nusuk (or any related official platforms). References to official booking channels are descriptive only.
What is Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifah?
Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifah (often called Rawdah or Riyad ul-Jannah) is the blessed area inside the Prophet's Mosque (Masjid an-Nabawi) in Madinah, between the Prophet's ﷺ pulpit (minbar) and his noble chamber. The name means "the garden," recalling the well-known hadith that describes this space as a garden from the gardens of Paradise.
For many Umrah and Madinah visitors, praying in Rawdah is a highlight of the journey. Because demand is high, entry is organised through timed permits rather than open access.
Virtues and visit etiquette
Muslims treasure Rawdah for its spiritual significance and the opportunity to pray and make dua in a place of profound blessing. Visits are brief by design so that as many worshippers as possible can enter calmly and respectfully.
Respectful conduct inside Rawdah
- Perform two rak'ah of voluntary prayer when you can, then make sincere personal dua.
- Keep movement quiet and orderly; follow staff instructions and designated routes.
- Avoid lingering beyond your allotted time so others may enter.
- Do not bring large bags if security restricts them at the checkpoints.
Visiting rules (practical overview)
A permit is required
Entry to Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifah generally requires a valid visit permit issued through the official Nusuk platform. Gate staff scan a QR code; without a permit, entry is typically refused.
Usually once every 365 days
Under commonly published rules, each person may receive a standard Rawdah permit about once every 365 days. Exact eligibility is controlled by official systems and can change.
Instant Track near the mosque
When you are physically near Masjid an-Nabawi with location enabled, the official app may offer Instant Track or similar same-day options if capacity allows. Availability is not guaranteed.
Rules can change
Timings, gates, and eligibility are set by Saudi authorities and may vary by season or crowd levels. Always verify the latest instructions on official channels before travel.
Men and women visiting hours
The windows below reflect commonly published schedules and are provided for planning only. They are subject to change — confirm on official sources before your visit.
For men
Normal days
Approximately 2:00 AM until Fajr, and from about 11:20 AM until Isha.
Fridays
Approximately 2:00 AM until Fajr; 9:20 AM–11:20 AM; and after Friday prayer until Isha.
For women
Normal days
After Fajr until about 11:00 AM, and after Isha until about 2:00 AM.
Fridays
After Fajr until about 9:00 AM (shorter daytime window due to Jummah), and after Isha until about 2:00 AM.
Entry (advisory): Visitors are often directed from the southern courtyards near Makkah Gate (Gate 37 area). Always follow the gate and instructions shown on your permit and by mosque staff.
How Rawdah permits work
Individual pilgrims book through the official Nusuk app or related official services. At a high level:
- Create or sign in to an official Nusuk account with passport and visa details.
- Open the Rawdah / praying in the Noble Rawdah service and select the correct gender stream.
- Choose an available date and time slot, then issue the permit.
- Save the QR code, arrive early on the visit day, and present it at the designated entry.
Individual Rawdah permits booked directly through official channels are free of charge, though slots can be scarce in peak seasons. Rawdah Booking does not replace the official platform — we provide paid B2B operational support for Umrah companies that need group-scale booking.
Nusuk GuideFor Umrah companies and travel agencies
Securing Rawdah slots one pilgrim at a time does not scale for organised groups. Rawdah Booking helps Umrah companies, travel agencies, and campaign operators prepare visitor data, monitor capacity, coordinate group schedules, and deliver booking status reports — as an independent private service.
Rawdah visit FAQs
Quick answers about permits, timings, and how Rawdah Booking relates to official channels.
Need coordinated Rawdah booking for an Umrah group? Contact our B2B team.
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