The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah (MOHU) has outlined a list of chronic medical conditions that automatically disqualify applicants from performing Haj due to health and safety considerations. These include:

• Major organ failure (e.g. renal failure requiring dialysis, cardiac failure with symptoms on minimal exertion; chronic pulmonary disease requiring intermittent or continuous oxygen; advanced liver cirrhosis with hepatic failure).

• Severe neurological or psychiatric disorders that impair cognition or are accompanied by significant motor disabilities.

• Advanced age with associated dementia.

• Pregnancy during the final trimester, and high-risk pregnancies at any stage.

• Active communicable diseases that pose risks in mass gatherings (e.g. active pulmonary tuberculosis, viral haemorrhagic fevers).

Applicants are advised to consult their doctor for professional advice and guidance based on their individual medical conditions. This ensures an accurate assessment of their fitness to perform the Haj rituals safely.