Ramadan 2024: The Grand Mosque in Mecca's Iftar regulations are outlined by Saudi Arabia
Serve Iftar meals during Ramadan at Mecca's Grand Mosque. Learn about guidelines, application process, and group benefactor opportunities. Join us in enhancing worshippers' experiences during this holy month.
Individuals and groups interested in serving Iftar meals during the upcoming Ramadan at Islam’s holiest site in Mecca are invited to apply, adhering to specific regulations.
A Saudi state agency overseeing the Grand Mosque has outlined the process for potential service providers to select the Iftar site electronically within the vast mosque premises. Benefactors are required to engage a catering company accredited by the Mecca mayoralty or opt for factories and warehouses accredited by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority.
Individual benefactors are permitted a maximum of two Iftar banquets, while charity groups can apply for up to 10 banquets. The served meal is expected to be dry, comprising coreless dates, a cake, a pie, and juice.
All meals must be packaged according to accredited wrapping standards, with a commitment to comply with all conditions and terms to be announced online later.
The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques expresses hope that these Iftar arrangements will enhance the worship experience for visitors at the Grand Mosque, providing them with quality service during Ramadan. Muslims observe fasting from dawn to sunset every day during Ramadan, expected to commence this year on March 11.
Ramadan traditionally marks the peak season of Umrah at the Grand Mosque.
Following Umrah in Mecca, many pilgrims traditionally proceed to the city of Medina to offer prayers at the Prophet’s Mosque, Islam’s second holiest site, and to visit other significant Islamic landmarks within the city.
