The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has officially opened applications for the Government Hajj Scheme 2026. Approved by the federal cabinet on July 31, 2025, the new Hajj policy aims to simplify the application process, ensure digital integration, and facilitate a transparent first-come, first-served selection — with no balloting this year.
Saudi Arabia has allocated a quota of 179,210 pilgrims to Pakistan for Hajj 2026. Out of this, 129,210 seats are reserved for the Government Hajj Scheme, while the remaining will be handled by private Hajj operators. The government has also requested an increase in quota up to 230,000 due to rising demand.
Govt Hajj 2026: Who Can Apply and When?
Registered Applicants
- Those who registered with the Ministry by July 9, 2025
- Can submit applications and first installment from August 4 to August 9, 2025
Unregistered Applicants
- If the quota is not filled in Phase 1
- Can apply from August 11 to August 16, 2025
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply for Govt Hajj 2026
Step 1: Prepare Required Documents
- Valid Machine-Readable Passport (expiry beyond November 26, 2026)
- Copy of CNIC / NICOP / SNIC
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Valid bank account (single/joint; for minors, parent’s account)
- Any relative’s CNIC and contact (not traveling for Hajj)
- COVID-19 vaccine certificate (for pilgrims aged 65 and above)
- Affidavit (if traveling without Mahram under Jafaria or group clause)
Step 2: Choose Your Hajj Package
| Package Type | Duration | Estimated Cost | First Installment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Hajj | 38–42 days | PKR 1,150,000–1,250,000 | PKR 500,000 |
| Short Hajj | 20–25 days | PKR 1,150,000–1,250,000 | PKR 550,000 |
Second installment is due by November 1, 2025. Final package rates and optional services will be announced later.
Step 3: Submit Application via Bank or Online Portal
- Submit the application form with documents and deposit the first installment
- Apply online at: http://applyonline.hajjinfo.org
- Or visit one of the designated banks listed below
Hajj Application 2026 Banks List
- Habib Bank Limited (HBL)
- National Bank of Pakistan (NBP)
- United Bank Limited (UBL)
- Allied Bank Limited (ABL)
- Muslim Commercial Bank (MCB)
- Bank Alfalah
- Meezan Bank
- Askari Bank
- Faysal Bank
- Bank of Punjab
- Zarai Taraqiati Bank Ltd (ZTBL)
- BankIslami Pakistan
- Dubai Islamic Bank
- Habib Metropolitan Bank
Applicants can also monitor their application status at: http://inquiry.hajjinfo.org
Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum age: Applicants must be born before March 1, 2014 (12 years and older)
- Children under 12: Not allowed
- Elderly/Disabled: Must travel with a helper
- Female Pilgrims: Must travel with a Sharee Mahram (13 years or older)
- Exception: Jafaria women aged 45 and above or grouped females (with affidavit)
Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. First installment deadline for registered applicants is August 9, 2025. Once the quota is filled, application portals and banks will stop accepting forms. Stay updated via Pak Hajj App or Ministry Website