Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs reopened Hajj 2026 applications. This targets remaining seats in the government scheme. Pilgrims grabbed the chance in August 2025.
Demand stays high each year. The government fills quotas fast. Now preparations hit final stages.
Hajj 2026 Quota and Costs
Saudi Arabia set Pakistan’s total quota at 179,210 seats. Government scheme gets the bulk: around 118,210 to 129,210 spots. Private schemes take the rest.
Costs range from Rs 1.15 million to Rs 1.25 million per pilgrim. This covers long (38-42 days) or short packages. Prices include flights, lodging, and meals.
Pay in installments. First hit Rs 500,000 (long) or Rs 550,000 (short).
Application Phases and Reopening
Applications kicked off August 4, 2025. First phase filled 60.3% quickly.
The government reopened on August 11 for unregistered pilgrims and overseas Pakistanis. Relatives could apply for them. Window closed August 16 or when 46,924 seats filled.
No ballot. First-come, first-served ruled. Medical fitness certificate required later.
Dues Deadlines and Extensions
Dues came in phases. Ministry extended second installment to November 20, 2025. This helped many meet payments.
Biometrics got pushed to February 17, 2026. These steps eased access.
Training and Visa Progress
Trainings launched December 31, 2025. Pilgrims attend one-day sessions by schedule.
By March 12, 2026, 90% of visas issued. Private operators face March 15 cutoff. Flights on track despite tensions—no suspensions.
Ministry stresses smooth ops.
What Pilgrims Need to Know
Check status at hajjinfo.org. Verify groups, CNICs early.
Overseas applicants use family. Fitness certs mandatory.
Government prioritizes transparency. Past reopenings like this boost access yearly.
Hajj 2026 nears. Preparations roll on schedule.