The green-carpeted section of the Prophet's Mosque entered by free timed permit through the Nusuk app. Muslims only.
The Rawdah ash-Sharifah is the area inside Masjid an-Nabawi between the Prophet's house and his pulpit, which hadith describes as a garden from the gardens of Paradise. It is marked by a green carpet, in contrast to the red carpets elsewhere in the mosque. Visits are managed by timed permits: the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah lists a free Rawdah permit service for men and women through the Nusuk app and website, where the applicant logs in, chooses a date and time slot and issues the permit. Third-party guides report that slots are released roughly one to two weeks ahead and can disappear quickly in Ramadan and school holidays, and that only one active booking is usually allowed at a time; the exact frequency limit is not confirmed, so visitors should check the Nusuk app. Access is for Muslims only. Women and men are admitted in separate sessions and time on the carpet is short, a few minutes, with staff moving worshippers along. Phones and long stays are discouraged, and queues form at the designated entrance before the slot time.
| Admission | Free permit; Muslims only |
|---|---|
| Hours | Timed slots through the Nusuk app |
| Typical visit | 10 to 20 minutes including queue |
| Best time | Weekday slots outside peak seasons |
| Getting there | Walk to the designated Rawdah entrance inside the Prophet's Mosque precinct |
| Address | Rawdah ash-Sharifah, Masjid an-Nabawi, Madinah 42311 |
Location
Rawdah ash-Sharifah, Masjid an-Nabawi, Madinah 42311
24.4676, 39.6114 View on map
Highlights
- Green-carpeted garden section between the minbar and the Prophet's chamber
- Timed permit system via the Nusuk app
- Separate sessions for men and women
- Short supervised prayer time
- Close view of the Green Dome area from inside
Tips for visiting
- Book the free permit in the Nusuk app (nusuk.sa) as soon as slots open and keep the QR code ready.
- Arrive at the designated entrance 30 to 60 minutes before the slot time.
- Expect a few minutes inside; plan prayers calmly and follow staff instructions.
- Rawdah is for Muslims only; do not attempt entry without a permit.
- Keep phones away and bags small.
- If no slot is available, praying elsewhere in the mosque is always possible.
When to visit
Weekday slots outside Ramadan and school holidays are easier to get and less crowded.
Accessibility
Staff assist elderly and disabled worshippers, and wheelchair users are directed to dedicated entry lanes; confirm arrangements when booking.
Frequently asked questions
How is a Rawdah visit booked?
Through the Nusuk app or nusuk.sa. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah lists the Rawdah permit as a free service: choose a date and time slot, then issue the permit.
Does the permit cost anything?
No. The official listing shows the service as free; ignore anyone selling slots.
Can non-Muslims visit the Rawdah?
No. The Rawdah is inside Masjid an-Nabawi, which is restricted to Muslims.
How long can visitors stay?
Only a few minutes on the carpet while staff keep the line moving.