MACL issued a travel advisory for Velana International Airport from May 26 to 30, 2025 as about 1,000 Maldivian pilgrims depart for Hajj on four dedicated flights. Drop-off, parking, taxi and free ferry arrangements, dedicated family waiting and photography areas, a Saudi-run immigration counter under the Makkah Route Initiative, and extra police traffic officers were announced.
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approximately 1,000 Maldivian pilgrims prepare to depart for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage
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The Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has issued a travel advisory from May 26 to 30, anticipating significant passenger volumes between 10:30 AM and 2:00 PM on these dates
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under the Makkah Route Initiative, a special immigration counter managed by Saudi officials has been established at VIA, allowing pilgrims to complete Saudi immigration procedures prior to departure
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