The regional medical examinations for applicants wishing to perform Hajj in 2027 commenced on September 28 in Kairouan, Tunisia. More than 5,000 applicants from the six governorates of Kairouan, Sousse, Monastir, Mahdia, Kasserine, and Silyana are participating in the examinations. These tests, which will continue until the end of October, aim to verify the health readiness of applicants and standardize examination criteria.
The medical examinations are being conducted at the Nursing Sciences School in Kairouan, with participation from doctors representing various governorates in the region. According to Salah Eddine Thwaibi, the Regional Director of Religious Affairs in Kairouan, applicants initially undergo preliminary tests and analyses in their respective governorates before taking the regional medical examination in Kairouan.
In Kairouan, approximately 874 applicants are scheduled for the medical examination, while the governorate's allocated quota for Hajj 2027 stands at 514 pilgrims. The final list of selected pilgrims is expected to be compiled in November, following which awareness and guidance sessions will be organized in December.
The medical evaluations are a mandatory step for all applicants intending to perform Hajj. These assessments ensure that pilgrims are physically capable of undertaking the journey and help identify any potential health risks. The tests also enable health authorities to provide necessary recommendations and precautions for pilgrims with specific medical conditions.
Authorities have urged applicants to adhere to the designated schedule for their medical examinations. Failure to comply may result in delays or exclusion from the Hajj program. Meanwhile, relevant authorities are working to ensure that all logistical and organizational aspects are in place to facilitate a smooth and successful Hajj experience for selected pilgrims.
Tunisia's Hajj program is overseen by the Ministry of Religious Affairs, which coordinates with various health and logistical agencies to ensure the well-being and safety of pilgrims throughout their journey. The authorities have emphasized the importance of medical evaluations in safeguarding the health of pilgrims, who will be traveling to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj rituals.
The medical examination process for Hajj applicants in Tunisia is expected to conclude by the end of October, after which the final list of pilgrims will be announced. Key points of the process include assessing applicants' overall health, verifying their eligibility for Hajj, and providing necessary health guidance to ensure a safe and successful pilgrimage.
Key points
- Over 5,000 applicants from six Tunisian governorates are undergoing medical tests for Hajj 2027.
- The medical examinations aim to verify applicants' health readiness and standardize examination criteria.
- The final list of selected pilgrims is expected to be compiled in November.
