Get your train service Crescent Ratedagainst the CrescentRating Standard for Trains.
An independent audit of the journey itself — Halal catering on board, somewhere clean to pray, water-friendly washrooms, prayer places listed along the route, and crew who can answer for them — and a Crescent Rating that tells passengers what to expect before they book.
Annual plans from USD 2,000 per train service.See plans and fees
Two plans, one annual fee each.
Basic
USD 2,000per year
- Crescent Rating of the train service
- Audit of the train service
- Award Crescent Rating
- Rating decals and certificate (soft copy)
- Listed on CrescentRating as an audited establishment (throughout the rating validity)
- Listed on HalalTrip as an audited establishment (throughout the rating validity)
- Rights to promote the establishment as a Crescent Rated establishment during the rating validity
- Standard announcement, one on each platform (IG, FB, X)
Enhanced
USD 3,000per year
Everything in Basic, plus:
- Online training for staff (2 staff)
- 6-months marketing promotions (IG, FB, X, LinkedIn)
- Onboarding Consultation Call (60-min strategy session)
What we assess at your train service.
Every train service is audited against the CrescentRating Standard for Trains 2026 (CRS-TRN:2026), and holds the highest level whose requirements are all in place.
- criteria
- 9
- levels
- 3
Bronze
3 requirements- Halal food available on request before the journey
- Prayer places at stations along the route are listed for passengers
- Train crew and booking staff can assist with questions about Muslim passenger requirements
Silver
6 requirementsEverything in Bronze, plus:
- Vending machine available with Halal certified ready-to-eat meals
- Prayer space is clean, dry and free of odor
- A clean space on board where a passenger can pray
- At least one water-friendly toilet on board
Gold
9 requirementsEverything in Silver, plus:
- Alcohol is served, grouped and stored separately
- Halal-certified catering on board
- Prayer mats available on request
- All toilets on board are water-friendly
- Women-only or family seating available on request
From application to listing.
The same sequence for every train service. The steps marked "You" are yours; the audit, the accreditation and the listing are ours.
- You
Sign up
Register and create an account with CrescentRating.
- You
Apply
Submit the application online, with the documentation the standard calls for.
Enquire about a train service rating - CrescentRating
Audit
We conduct an in-person or virtual audit of the establishment.
- CrescentRating
Accredit
We review the audit report and accredit the establishment at its final level.
- You
Subscription fee
Settle the annual subscription for the rating service.
- CrescentRating
Publish
Your establishment is listed on the member directories.
- You
Display
Download the rating collaterals and display them on site and in your channels.
- All three
Promote
Promotion begins — HalalTrip campaigns to travelers, CrescentRating to the trade, and you through your own channels.
How is the annual fee worked out?
By plan. Each train service pays one annual fee, whatever its size: USD 2,000 on Basic and USD 3,000 on Enhanced.
What is the difference between Basic and Enhanced?
Enhanced includes everything in Basic, and adds: Online training for staff (2 staff); 6-months marketing promotions (IG, FB, X, LinkedIn); Onboarding Consultation Call (60-min strategy session).
What does renewal cost?
Renewals are priced 15% below the rate card.
Does all of our food have to be Halal?
Only for Gold. Bronze asks for Halal-certified meals or snacks, from a vending machine at least, and Gold for a food outlet with a Halal-certified section.
Does a Crescent Rating endorse the train service as a whole?
No. The assessment covers the availability and quality of Muslim-specific facilities and services only, such as prayer space and Halal food. It is not an endorsement of the establishment beyond them.
How do we apply?
Tell the rating team about the train service through the enquiry form and they will open the application with you. We then audit the train service and accredit it at the level the standard supports, and the annual fee falls due once the level is settled.
How long does accreditation take?
Typically two to three weeks from application to accreditation, depending mostly on how complete the application is and how soon the audit can be scheduled.
How long is a Crescent Rating valid?
A Crescent Rating is valid for one year, and is renewed annually.
Can we move up a level before renewal?
Yes. Ask the rating team for a reassessment once the requirements holding your level down are in place. A reassessment carries a fee, based on what needs to be re-evaluated.
Disclaimer. The scope of our evaluation is strictly limited to the availability and quality of Muslim-specific facilities and services offered by the establishments. This includes, but is not limited to, prayer rooms, Halal food options, ablution facilities, and any other amenities designed to cater to the needs of Muslim individuals. Our assessment does not extend to, nor should it be interpreted as, an endorsement or approval of the establishment's broader perspectives or philosophies. Our focus is exclusively on the facilities provided to Muslim travelers, ensuring they can observe their religious duties and preferences comfortably within the establishment's premises.
Ready to get your train service Crescent Rated?
Tell the rating team about the train service to begin. We will come back to you with an indicative timeline for your market.