No Photography Ban at Holy Mosques for Hajj 2026
Key Takeaways
- Current guidelines regarding respectful photography remain unchanged
- No official ban on photography at the Two Holy Mosques for Hajj 2026
- Fake news spread across social media without verification
Reports circulating across social media claiming Saudi authorities have implemented a complete ban on photography inside Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi for Hajj 2026 are entirely false.
No official sources from the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah or any government body have announced such a prohibition.
The misinformation, which alleged the ban to reduce congestion, appears to have originated from unverified social media accounts.
The posts incorrectly stated that all photography and videography—including with mobile phones—would be prohibited throughout the pilgrimage season.
Official channels (including The Islamic Information) confirm that no new restrictions have been introduced regarding photography at the Two Holy Mosques.
The existing guidelines, which encourage respectful behavior and prohibit disruption of worshipers, remain in effect for all seasons including Hajj and Ramadan.
Authorities note that such false claims periodically surface online, often gaining traction during peak pilgrimage periods.
