Can children go into the Rawdah?

We are travelling with a 7-year-old and a 3-year-old. Can they come into the Rawdah with us?

Asked by Anonymous pilgrim · 2 Nov 2026

Marhaba Haji's answer

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In short

Everyone aged 5 and over needs their own Rawdah permit, according to the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, so your 7-year-old needs one. The rules do not say whether younger children are let in with a parent; that is decided at the entrance, so plan for one adult to wait outside with your 3-year-old if needed.

As of 2 Nov 2026

Official answer · Marhaba Haji

Marhaba Editorial Desk

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What the rules say

  • Age 5 and over: a permit is needed for each child, booked in Nusuk like an adult's.
  • Under 5: not covered by the published rules; staff decide at the entrance.

Planning with young children

  • Book the child's permit in the same window as the parent going with them.
  • Agree beforehand who waits outside with younger children, and where you will meet.

Next step: see every current Rawdah rule in one dated table.

Answered 3 Nov 2026 · Facts as of 2 Nov 2026

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