How to Volunteer for Iftar Meal Service at Masjid an-Nabawi During Ramadan 2026

If you’re planning to visit Madinah during Ramadan 2026, here’s a unique way to give back while experiencing one of Islam’s holiest sites up close. Masjid an-Nabawi is inviting volunteers to assist with iftar meal services, offering a meaningful chance to serve pilgrims breaking their fast.

This initiative invites both men and women to join the team that helps pilgrims break their fast in a safe, organised, and meaningful manner. Volunteers will be directly involved in the preparation, collection, and distribution of iftar meals, an essential service for the thousands of pilgrims who gather each evening during the holy month.

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Volunteer role details

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• Position: Iftar Meal Service Assistant

• Location: Inside Masjid an-Nabawi

• Eligibility: Open to both men and women

• Duration: Entire month of Ramadan 1447 AH (2026)

• Shift time: 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm daily

• Primary duty: Help organise and distribute iftar meals to pilgrims

How to apply

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• Application period: 25 Dec 2025 – 8 Jan 2026

• Application process: Fill out the official form provided by the General Presidency or visit the online portal here.

Volunteers will work under the supervision of the mosque’s service departments, following safety protocols and operational guidelines. This ensures that everything runs smoothly while keeping everyone safe inside the holy precincts.

Also read: Ramadan in Makkah: What It’s Like to Fast in The Holiest City

Insider tip for Muslim travellers

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Even if you’re not volunteering, visiting Madinah during Ramadan is an unforgettable experience. But if you do apply and get selected, you’ll gain a perspective most visitors never see: the dedication, organisation, and care that go into every iftar meal served at the Prophet’s Mosque. It’s service, spirituality, and travel all in one.