Travelling to Madinah with a heart set on visiting Rawdah at Masjid an-Nabawi is a deeply moving experience. Many Umrah pilgrims believe they can only enter the Rawdah once within a year—largely because regular Nusuk bookings are often treated as limited to a single permit per 365 days. However, the video shares an alternative: a Nusuk feature known as Instant Track (also referred to as Immediate Track), which may allow you to book another visit when conditions are met.
What is the Rawdah in Masjid an-Nabawi?
The Rawdah Al-Sharifah, also called Riyad ul Jannah, is the blessed area in Masjid an-Nabawi located between the house and the pulpit of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).
The video also references the famous narration that describes this space as a garden from the gardens of Paradise—shared in the context of the area between the Prophet’s house and his pulpit. (The transcript included a truncated quotation.)
Why pilgrims think Rawdah is only once a year
According to the video, many visitors assume the Rawdah is limited because the Nusuk app is commonly understood to provide one permit per year for regular bookings. The result is that many pilgrims plan their time carefully—often treating a Rawdah prayer opportunity as a once-in-a-while event.
The Nusuk “Instant Track” feature (Immediate Track)
The key idea shared in the video is that there is an additional option beyond the usual annual restriction. It’s called Instant Track (or Immediate Track).
The video explains the concept like this:
- Nusuk may unlock the Instant Track feature based on your proximity to the Prophet’s mosque.
- When the app detects that you are near Masjid an-Nabawi, it can make new options available.
- Fresh slots may appear regularly—described as opening every few minutes in the video.
- The feature is presented as a way to access additional Rawdah prayer appointments beyond what many people expect from regular Nusuk permits.
Why your location matters
The video places strong emphasis on location. The Instant Track option is said to depend on whether Nusuk recognises that you are close to the mosque (and specifically, described as being near the Prophet’s mosque). In other words, if you want the possibility of those fresh slots, you’ll need the app to “see” that you are in the right place.
Practical takeaway: ensure the Nusuk app can detect your location when you are in the vicinity of Masjid an-Nabawi, so you can check whether the Instant Track option appears for you.
How to check for Rawdah prayer appointments in the app
While the video focuses on the feature’s existence and the importance of being near the mosque, it also encourages pilgrims to use Nusuk to look for additional opportunities in real time.
Based on the video’s guidance, your best approach is to:
- Open the Nusuk app while you are near Masjid an-Nabawi.
- Look for the Instant/Immediate Track option if it appears.
- Check for fresh slots, as availability may update frequently.
The video also suggests that the opportunity is not necessarily fixed—slots can open as time passes, which means regular checking during your time in Madinah may be beneficial.
What if you don’t have the Nusuk app?
The transcript mentions that if you don’t have the app, you can comment and the creator will send a link. As an article, we can’t provide that link directly from the information given here, but the message is clear: ensure you’re set up with Nusuk ahead of time so you can check availability as your trip progresses.
Make the most of your Madinah moments
Whether this Instant Track feature becomes available to you or not, the spirit of the journey remains the same: being in Madinah, standing with intention, and seeking closeness through worship at Masjid an-Nabawi.
If you’re planning your stay, consider building extra time around key worship moments—so you’re flexible to check for new Rawdah opportunities when they appear.
Plan your Madinah stay with Sakina Tours
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