The Jordan Press Association board convened an extraordinary session in Amman on Sunday, 18 October 2026, to finalize internal regulations for the upcoming pilgrimage season. During this meeting, officials confirmed that the organization has been allocated eight seats for the 2027 Hajj delegation. These positions are distributed to members through a selection process managed by the board in coordination with the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs. The allocation process aims to ensure equitable representation for press professionals participating in the religious journey next year. Board members reviewed the criteria for candidacy to maintain transparency in the selection of the delegation. Following the session, the association began accepting inquiries from interested journalists regarding the formal application requirements and the eligibility standards established for the 2027 season.
Reduced Quota for Delegation
Jordan Press Association officials confirmed that the eight-seat allocation represents a 50 percent reduction in the total number of Hajj visas granted to the organization compared to previous seasons. This adjustment aligns with broader changes affecting the national delegation size for the upcoming pilgrimage. Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs representatives communicated these constraints to the association board during the 18 October 2026 meeting in Amman. The lower quota necessitates a more restrictive selection process for journalists seeking to join the 2027 delegation. Association members must now compete for fewer available positions than in prior years. Board leadership indicated that the reduction reflects the current national distribution framework established for the 2027 Hajj season.
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
Nominees seeking a position in the 2027 Hajj delegation must be registered active members of the Jordan Press Association. Candidates are further required to maintain employment at a licensed media outlet to qualify for consideration. These standards ensure that only currently practicing professionals represent the organization during the pilgrimage.
Eligibility requirements also restrict participation based on prior travel history. Applicants must not have previously participated in any Jordan Press Association Hajj delegations. This policy aims to provide new opportunities for members who have not yet accessed the program through the association.
Interested journalists must submit a specific list of documentation to complete their application. Required files include a Social Security statement to confirm professional status and a passport that remains valid through 30 October 2027. Applicants must also provide two personal photos and a medical certificate verifying they have received a meningococcal meningitis vaccination. The association mandates these records to ensure compliance with health and travel regulations.
The Jordan Press Association headquarters in Amman serves as the central collection point for all candidacy files. Officials established a submission deadline of 2:00 PM on Tuesday, 20 October 2026. Applications received after this time will not be considered for the selection process. Board members will review the submitted materials to verify that each nominee meets the established criteria before finalizing the list of eight participants.