ISLAMABAD – The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony is expected to begin accepting applications for Hajj 2027 under the government scheme later this week. Official sources said the ministry will make a formal announcement about the application process in the coming days.
According to ministry sources, intending pilgrims will be able to submit their applications once the registration window opens. The government is also expected to provide detailed guidelines regarding eligibility, payment procedures, and package options.
Applicants for Hajj 2027 will be allowed to pay the Hajj expenses in two installments. Those selecting the long Hajj package will need to deposit Rs500,000 as the first installment. Pilgrims choosing the short package will have to submit an initial payment of Rs550,000.
The long Hajj package is expected to last between 38 and 42 days. Meanwhile, the short Hajj package will have a duration of 20 to 25 days. Pilgrims will be able to choose the package that best suits their preferences.
Sources also said the estimated Hajj cost for overseas Pakistanis will be around Rs1.25 million. Final costs may be confirmed after the official announcement by the ministry.
The government has also kept the Hajj registration process open for future years up to 2030. This system allows intending pilgrims to register well in advance. According to official figures, more than 380,000 people have already completed their registration.
Earlier, the Ministry of Religious Affairs introduced a 16-page Multi-Year Hajj Policy and Plan covering the period from 2027 to 2030. The policy aims to improve transparency, reduce costs, and ensure better planning for future Hajj operations.
Under the new framework, Pakistan plans to secure three- to four-year contracts in Saudi Arabia for key Hajj services. These include air travel, accommodation, transport, catering, and baggage handling. Officials believe long-term agreements will help reduce expenses and improve service quality.
The policy also maintains the existing quota distribution. Around 60 percent of Pakistan’s Hajj quota will remain under the government scheme, while the remaining 40 percent will be allocated to private Hajj operators.
In another major change, the ministry has ended paper-based cash transactions. All financial payments related to Hajj 2027 and future Hajj operations will be processed through the State Bank of Pakistan and integrated digital payment systems.
The government is also introducing a Hajj Savings Scheme to assist intending pilgrims. Under this initiative, applicants can deposit 10 percent of the estimated Hajj cost to secure priority registration for their preferred Hajj year. Registrations under the scheme will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Officials say these reforms are designed to make Hajj 2027 more transparent, organized, and convenient for pilgrims while improving the overall management of Pakistan’s Hajj operations in the coming years.
