The government has completed the application process for the official Hajj scheme. The Ministry of Religious Affairs announced that they received 118,060 applications from across the country. The application process followed a strict first-come, first-served policy. After reaching this number, the ministry stopped accepting any further applications. This step ensures fair and organized participation for […]
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Second phase opens for 2026 hajj applications nationwide
The government has launched the second phase of Hajj applications across Pakistan starting Monday. The Ministry of Religious Affairs is now accepting applications through its online portal and selected banks. In this phase, unregistered pilgrims can also apply for Hajj 2026 by submitting their applications along with the first instalment of expenses. The ministry will […]
Hajj 2026 installment collection starts for registered pilgrims
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has started collecting the first installment from those already registered for Hajj 2026. Registered applicants must submit their payment by August 9 to confirm their participation. From August 11 to 16, new applicants will be allowed to apply if seats remain available under the first-come, first-served policy. The cost of […]
Govt extends Hajj 2026 registration deadline to july 11
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has officially extended the deadline for Hajj 2026 registration by two more days, now allowing applicants until July 11 to complete their submissions. The extension applies to both the nominated banks across Pakistan and the official online portal, giving pilgrims more flexibility to apply. According to the ministry’s spokesperson, the […]
Hajj 2026: Over 200,000 Pakistanis registered as deadline approaches
More than 200,000 Pakistanis have already registered for Hajj 2026, as confirmed by the Ministry of Religious Affairs. With the registration deadline set for tomorrow, officials have urged all aspiring pilgrims to complete the process in time to be considered eligible. A spokesperson from the ministry explained that the registration is mandatory and can be […]
Govt opens hajj 2026 registration, sets july 9 as final deadline
ISLAMABAD – The government has officially launched the mandatory registration process for Hajj 2026, setting July 9 as the final deadline for all intending pilgrims from Pakistan. According to the Ministry of Religious Affairs, applicants can register either through the dedicated online portal or by visiting any of the 15 designated banks nationwide. This step […]
Hajj 2026 registration opens today under new early timeline
LAHORE – The Ministry of Religious Affairs has officially announced the start of registration for Hajj 2026, beginning Friday, as part of a new early initiative directed by Saudi authorities. This move aims to ensure better planning and management of one of the largest annual religious gatherings in the world. According to ministry officials, pilgrims […]
Eid ul Adha to be celebrated across Pakistan on june 7
ISLAMABAD – The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee officially announced that Eid ul Azha will be celebrated across Pakistan on Friday, June 7, 2025, as the Zilhajj moon was sighted on Tuesday evening. The announcement came after the committee held its meeting in Karachi under the chairmanship of Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad. Representatives from the Pakistan Meteorological […]
Vaccination schedule released for Hajj 2025 pilgrims
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced the vaccination schedule for Pakistani pilgrims heading to Hajj 2025. Vaccinations have started today in Islamabad, Lahore, Peshawar, and Multan. Pilgrims in these cities will receive the mandatory meningitis vaccine to comply with Saudi Arabia’s requirements. Meanwhile, residents in Karachi, Rahim Yar Khan, Sukkur, Faisalabad, and Sialkot are […]
Pilgrims must collect travel documents, vaccines from hajj camps, says ministry
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has completed all Hajj arrangements across Pakistan. Federal Minister Sardar Muhammad Yousaf confirmed that all Hajj camps are ready to serve pilgrims. He urged everyone to follow the Pak Hajj app for schedules and updates to avoid any confusion. Pilgrims must collect important items like airline tickets, visas, ID lockets, […]