The Ministry of Religious Affairs has officially launched the compulsory registration process for individuals intending to perform Hajj in 2026.
As per the ministry’s announcement, the registration will remain open until July 9, and there is no fee required at this initial stage.
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Authorities stressed that early registration is mandatory for all prospective pilgrims. Only those who complete this process will be considered eligible to participate in Hajj 2026.
Registrations can be completed at any of the 15 authorized banks located throughout Pakistan. Once registered, applicants will later have the option to select either the government-managed or a private Hajj scheme.
The ministry further clarified that this mandatory registration also applies to overseas Pakistanis who wish to perform Hajj in 2026.
