By Urban Shihemi , February 11, 2026
The Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM) has released the official list of accredited Hajj agents for the 2026 pilgrimage, urging Kenyan Muslims to register strictly through the approved agencies to avoid fraud and comply with Saudi Arabian Hajj regulations.
In a statement issued to the public, SUPKEM confirmed that Kenya has been allocated a quota of 4,500 pilgrims for Hajj 2026. The Council emphasized that only pilgrims registered through the accredited agents will be processed in line with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s guidelines.
“Kenya has been allocated 4,500 slots for Hajj 2026. We urge all prospective pilgrims to register only through agents approved by SUPKEM to avoid being defrauded and to ensure full compliance with Saudi Hajj regulations,” the statement read.
SUPKEM noted that the accreditation process is aimed at safeguarding pilgrims from unscrupulous brokers and unlicensed operators who often exploit worshippers during the Hajj season. The Council warned that individuals who register outside the approved framework risk missing out on travel clearance and accommodation arrangements in the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah.
The release of the official list comes amid heightened efforts by Saudi authorities to streamline Hajj operations through strict regulatory measures, including mandatory registration through licensed agents and compliance with digital visa processing systems.
SUPKEM further advised prospective pilgrims to verify the credentials of their chosen agent against the officially published list before making any payments. The Council reiterated its commitment to ensuring a smooth and spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage for all Kenyan Muslims traveling for Hajj 2026.
Last year, the Kenya Hajj Mission, operating under the Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM), signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, paving the way for 4,500 Kenyan pilgrims to perform the Hajj in 2026 (1447 AH).
The MOU was signed during a high-level delegation visit to Riyadh, where representatives from SUPKEM engaged in productive discussions with Saudi officials to streamline pilgrimage logistics and enhance bilateral cooperation.
Under the new MoU, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah will work closely with the Kenya Hajj Mission to facilitate visa processing, accommodation, transportation within the Kingdom, and coordination with approved service providers. The Kenya Hajj Mission, on its part, will be responsible for selecting qualified Hajj operators, ensuring pilgrims receive proper orientation, and maintaining transparent allocation of slots.
Hajj, one of the five pillars of Islam, attracts millions of Muslims from around the world each year. Hajj 2026 is expected around May 25-30, 2026, corresponding to the 8th to 13th of Dhul-Hijjah 1447.
