Madinah · Masjid an-Nabawi

Rawdah permit help, arranged around your stay.

In short: entry to Ar-Rawdah Ash-Sharifah (also called Riyadul Jannah, Riaz ul Jannah or Riazul Jannath) needs a time-slot permit from the official Nusuk app. The permit is free. If slots are full, or you are booking for parents or a group, our team watches for slots and books men's and women's windows that fit your Madinah stay, for SAR 35 or ₹1,000 per person, paid only once a slot is confirmed.

Permit is free on NusukOur help: SAR 35 or ₹1,000 per personNo slot, no feeMen's & women's slots

What our fee covers

  • Watching Nusuk for open slots, so you don't have to keep refreshing
  • Booking men's and women's windows for the whole family inside your dates
  • A short brief on timing, the right entrance and what to bring
  • A reminder before your slot

Happy to book it yourself? It's free in Nusuk. See "Can I book the Rawdah permit myself?" in the questions below.

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The Nusuk permit itself is free. Nothing is paid now: you pay our fee only after we confirm a slot. Slots are released by the authorities, so we cannot promise one.

What is the Rawdah?

The Rawdah is the area inside Al-Masjid an-Nabawi that lies between the Prophet Muhammad's (peace be upon him) house (where he is now buried) and his minbar. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "Between my house and my minbar is a garden from the gardens of Paradise" (Bukhari 1196, Muslim 1391). This is why it is known as Riyadul Jannah — "the garden of Paradise". Today it is marked by a green carpet, distinct from the red carpet in the rest of the mosque, and pilgrims come to pray two rak'ahs and make du'a there.

Where

Front section of Masjid an-Nabawi, near the Prophet's chamber.

How long

Visits are short, timed slots — usually a few minutes inside.

Permit

Required for every visitor, issued via Nusuk.

How do Rawdah permits work today?

  • The permit is free and issued straight away in the official Nusuk app or website, for a specific date and time slot.
  • Everyone aged 5 and over needs their own permit. The registered Nusuk user can add companions travelling with them.
  • Men and women have separate time windows and separate entrances. Times change on Fridays, in Ramadan and in the Hajj season.
  • Slots are limited and released by the authorities, so availability is never guaranteed.
  • Arrive at the gate early with your permit ready on your phone. Late arrivals may not be admitted.
  • There is a waiting period before the same person can book again, but published figures differ (30 days in the Ministry FAQ, once every 365 days in the authority's December 2025 announcement). Plan around one visit.

How does our Rawdah service work?

  1. 01

    Send your request

    Tell us how many men and women, and when you arrive in and leave Madinah.

  2. 02

    We watch for slots

    Our team looks for open Nusuk slots that fit your Madinah stay.

  3. 03

    Confirm, then pay

    We confirm the slot first, then share our fee and payment details. No slot, no fee.

  4. 04

    Visit with guidance

    You receive your permit, the timing, the gate and calm preparation tips.

How should I prepare for my Rawdah visit?

Come in wudu

Make wudu beforehand and wear clean, modest clothing.

Arrive early

Reach the gate 30–45 minutes before your slot.

Carry your permit

Keep the permit and your ID ready on your phone.

Keep it calm

Pray two rak'ahs, make du'a, and make room for others.

Remind me on WhatsApp

One free reminder a few days before your Madinah dates, so you remember to look for Rawdah slots in Nusuk.

Good to know

Rawdah permit questions

Cost, booking it yourself, timings for men and women, children and how often you can visit.

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01What is the Rawdah (Riyadul Jannah)?
Ar-Rawdah Ash-Sharifah is the area inside Al-Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah between the Prophet's (peace be upon him) house and his minbar. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "Between my house and my minbar is a garden from the gardens of Paradise" (Sahih al-Bukhari 1196, Sahih Muslim 1391). It is also called Riyadul Jannah, Riaz ul Jannah or Riazul Jannath.
02Do I need a permit to enter the Rawdah?
Yes. Everyone aged 5 and over needs their own permit for a set date and time slot, issued through the official Nusuk app or website. Show it at the entrance for your slot.
03Is the Rawdah permit free?
Yes. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah lists the Rawdah permit as free, and it is issued straight away in Nusuk. Never pay anyone for the permit itself. If we help you, our fee is for our team's time: watching for slots, booking the right men's and women's windows inside your dates, and briefing you on timing and the gate.
04Can I book the Rawdah permit myself?
Yes, and many pilgrims do. Open Nusuk, choose the Rawdah permit for men or women, and pick a date and an open time slot. The registered Nusuk user can add companions travelling with them. If slots are full, or you are booking for parents or a group, we can do the watching and booking for you.
05How much does Marhaba Haji charge for Rawdah permit help?
Our help fee is SAR 35 or ₹1,000 per person (you choose the currency). The total is the number of travellers multiplied by the per-person price. You pay only after we confirm a slot. If we cannot find one during your stay, you pay nothing.
06Can children visit the Rawdah?
The Ministry requires a permit for everyone aged 5 and over, so we book for travellers aged 5 and over. Whether younger children are let in is decided at the entrance on the day, so plan for one adult to stay with them outside if needed.
07Are there separate timings for men and women?
Yes. Men and women have separate time windows and separate entrances. The schedule announced on 20 October 2026 gives men from 2:00 am until Fajr and from 11:20 am until Isha, and women from after Fajr until 11:00 am and from after Isha until 2:00 am. Friday times differ, and times change in Ramadan and the Hajj season, so check Nusuk for your dates.
08How often can a person visit the Rawdah?
There is a waiting period between permits for the same person, but published figures differ. The Ministry's FAQ says 30 days, while the General Authority for the Two Holy Mosques announced in December 2025 one booked permit every 365 days, with further visits possible through Nusuk's same-day option near the mosque when there is space. Plan your trip around one visit, and we check your eligibility when we process your request.
09Why do you need my Madinah arrival and departure times?
Slots are released for specific dates and times. Knowing exactly when you are in Madinah lets us look only for slots you can actually attend.
10What if no slot is available during my stay?
Slots are limited and released by the authorities, so availability is never guaranteed. If we cannot secure a slot during your stay, we will tell you before any payment is taken.
11Do I pay online now?
No. Send the request, and our team will confirm the details and share payment instructions. No charge is taken at the request stage.
12Is Rawdah help included in your packages?
Rawdah permit assistance is offered with our group Umrah, Hajj and land packages, and also as a standalone service through this page.

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