Saudi Arabia allows women to perform haj without male guardian
Saudi Arabia’s ministry of haj and umrah said women can register for the haj without a mahram, or male guardian, as the country continues to give women more rights and freedoms.
“Those wishing to perform the haj will have to register individually. Women can register without a mahram (male guardian) along with other women,” said the ministry in a tweet on Sunday (June 13).
Requirements and procedure of registration for #Hajj2021 via the electronic portal for domestic pilgrims. https://t.co/gdLeLpzKf8 pic.twitter.com/U3r11sKwct
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