Govt Extends Hajj 2026 Applications Until Quota Filled ISLAMABAD – The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced that designated banks will continue to receive Hajj 2026 applications until the remaining quota is filled. Ministry spokesperson Muhammad Umar Butt urged intending pilgrims to apply as soon as possible, cautioning that “the process will close immediately once […]
67,000 Pakistani Pilgrims Miss Hajj 2025 Due to Payment Delays Islamabad – Around 67,000 Pakistani pilgrims were unable to perform Hajj this year due to delays in finalizing agreements and payments with Saudi authorities, Hajj organisers have revealed. In a statement to the public, the organisers assured that all affected pilgrims will receive full refunds […]
Banks Extend Hours to Receive Hajj 2026 Applications KARACHI — The State Bank of Pakistan has announced extended working hours for designated bank branches to facilitate Hajj 2026 applicants. From now until August 16, these branches will remain open from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm to receive application forms. The move follows a request from […]
Hajj 2026: Applications Open for Remaining Government Scheme Seats ISLAMABAD — Aspiring pilgrims have until August 16 to apply for the remaining seats under Pakistan’s government Hajj scheme, or until the quota is filled, officials said. According to the ministry’s spokesperson, more than 37,000 seats are still available. Applications can be submitted through the official […]
Hajj Application Process Continues; Over 71,000 Applications Received in First Phase The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced that the process of submitting Hajj applications through its online portal and designated banks will remain open until this Saturday. In the upcoming second phase, unregistered pilgrims who wish to perform Hajj can also submit their applications. […]
Pakistan Approves Hajj 2026 Policy and AI Policy 2025 Islamabad – July 31, 2025: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif led a cabinet meeting where two big decisions were made: approval of the Hajj Policy 2026 and the National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy 2025. Big Changes in Hajj 2026 Policy The government has increased the quota for […]
The ministry has outlined that registrations can be completed through 15 designated banks, with online registration also available from home. Details regarding Hajj 2026 expenses and other terms and conditions will be issued in line with official policy. The ministry’s spokesperson noted that registered individuals can opt for either the government or private Hajj scheme. […]
The Ministry of Religious Affairs says that anyone who wants to go for Hajj in 2026 must register in advance — this applies to both the government and private Hajj plans. There is no fee for registration. Pakistanis living abroad also need to complete the registration. The last date to register is July 9. Only […]
As per details, preparations are underway to launch the registration process for Hajj 2026 within the next four to five days. Sources in the Ministry of Religious Affairs said that early registration is mandatory for all intending pilgrims under both government and private schemes. An official advertisement announcing the start of registration is expected shortly. […]
Sources from the ministry revealed that the majority of the deceased were elderly individuals, with heart attacks and other health issues as the primary causes of death. The ministry further stated that all deceased pilgrims were laid to rest in Jannatul Baqi. This year’s death toll marks a significant decrease from 2024, when 35 Pakistani […]
