Islamabad, Aug 13, 2025: Pakistan Ministry of Religious Affairs has confirmed receiving 91,300 applications for Hajj 2026 under the government scheme so far. Officials said that aspiring pilgrims can still apply for the remaining seats until August 16 or until the quota is fully booked.
According to the ministry, more than 37,000 seats are still available under the government plan. Applications can be submitted through the official online portal or at designated bank branches nationwide. The spokesperson warned that receiving applications will stop immediately once all seats are taken.
This year’s government Hajj package offers two choices: a long stay of 38–42 days or a short stay of 20–25 days. The cost ranges between Rs1.15 million and Rs1.25 million, with an initial payment of Rs500,000 or Rs550,000 at the time of application, depending on the chosen package. The remaining balance is to be paid from November 1.
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The ministry also clarified that overseas Pakistanis holding a valid Pakistani passport can apply. Under the new policy, 70% of the total quota is allocated to the government scheme and 30% to private operators.
Pakistan’s total Hajj quota for 2026 is 179,210 pilgrims—with 119,210 under the government scheme and 60,000 for private operators—subject to final approval from Saudi authorities.
