The main reason for the rejection of these applications was the failure to make timely bookings and payments to the Saudi authorities. Saudi Arabia had allocated a quota of 179,210 pilgrims for Pakistan this year, which included 89,605 spots each for the government and private tour organisers. However, only 14,000 applications were accepted under the […]
The decision came following a special request made by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar during a conversation with his Saudi counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud. The additional quota is intended for those Pakistani pilgrims who were unable to register before the deadline. Saudi authorities granted the request in response to […]
According to Jeddah Airports Company CEO Eng Mazen Johar, the careful execution of operational plans during the current peak Umrah season helped to expedite Umrah processes and shorten wait times in the procedures area. This was in keeping with the increasing number of pilgrims using the airport terminals to make the Umrah. Eng. Johar said […]
According to Saudi state media, the comprehensive guide is available in multiple formats, including PDF downloads and audio versions, which can be accessed through the ministry’s official website. The guide provides important information in languages such as Urdu, English, Arabic, Turkish, French, Persian, Uzbek, and Indonesian to help pilgrims perform the pilgrimage. The digital guide […]
As per details, the premier has formed a three-member committee to investigate the matter and identify those responsible for the failure to obtain the private Hajj quota in time. The committee, headed by the Secretary of the Cabinet Division, includes the Chairman of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and the Federal Secretary of Gilgit-Baltistan. […]
According to the ministry, a total of 170,000 doses, including vaccines for polio, meningitis, and other diseases, will be procured. Interested pharmaceutical companies have been asked to submit their applications by February 25. Pilgrims will be vaccinated at Hajj 2025 camps across Pakistan before their departure to Saudi Arabia. The number of doses may be […]
For the 2025 Hajj season, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has unveiled four primary packages for local pilgrims, including residents and foreign nationals. The pilgrims may study and choose from these packages according to their needs since they are made to accommodate a range of budgets and tastes. The government used its Nusuk computer […]
As per details, at Lahore Airport, several Saudi-bound passengers were not issued boarding passes as they failed to present the mandatory polio vaccination certificate, sources revealed. Meanwhile, in the past 24 hours, hundreds of Pakistani Umrah pilgrims were offloaded from flights at airports nationwide for not meeting the requirement. Saudi Arabia has made polio vaccinations […]
The Kiswa, which Muslims around the world face in prayer, is being showcased at the Islamic Arts Biennale held at King Abdulaziz Airport in Jeddah. This interactive display provides insight into the detailed artistry involved in its creation, from hand-weaving to embroidery with gold and silver threads. The event, running until May 25, aims to […]
According to sources, under this new policy, official guides (name) will be appointed to assist pilgrims throughout their journey. A total of 600 nazeem will be designated, with one nazim assigned to every 150 pilgrims. These guides will accompany the pilgrims from Pakistan to Saudi Arabia and back, ensuring their safe passage and providing guidance […]
