Official government website of the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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All links to official websites of government agencies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia end with gov.sa.

Government websites use the HTTPS protocol for encryption and security.

Secure websites in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia use the HTTPS protocol for encryption.

  1. 1
    Click on 'Start Service' to access the electronic service.
  2. 2
    Log in via Absher or using your username and password. If you don’t have an account, select 'New Visitor' and complete the registration details.
  3. 3
    Select the location for I'tikaf (The Prophet's Mosque or The Grand Mosque).
  4. 4
    Enter the required information accurately.
  5. 5
    Review and agree to the terms and conditions.
  6. 6
    Click on 'Submit Request' to complete the application.
  7. 7
    You will receive a text message once your application is accepted.
  8. 8
    Once accepted, log into the system to confirm your attendance and upload your passport sized photo to issue the permit, or you can cancel the request if desired.
  9. 9
    You will receive a text message with the attendance time, pickup location, and other relevant details.

  • The applicant must be of Saudi nationality or hold a valid residency permit.
  • The applicant must be present inside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as the service is not available to those outside the Kingdom.
  • The applicant must be at least 18 years old.
  • The applicant must be in good health to perform the religious rituals without difficulty.
  • Any chronic health conditions or ongoing medications must be reported.
  • If special assistance is required, this must be stated at the time of registration.
  • The permitted period for I'tikaf starts from the 20th of Ramadan 1446 and continues until the end of the Isha prayer on the night of Eid al
  • Fitr.

About the Service

Target Audience

Individuals

Service Duration

Not Immediate

Service Language

Arabic - English - Urdo

Service Channels

E-Portal

Service Fees

Free


Contact Number

0148219699

Email

d-it.m@gph.gov.sa

site content last update 26/03/2025 - 3:26 PM Saudi Arabia Time

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