Islamabad: The deadline for Hajj 2025 applications concludes today, with over 54,000 submissions received so far. According to the Ministry of Religious Affairs, the quota may be fully subscribed by day’s end.
The ministry has designated 15 banks for application collection. Additionally, Hajj flight schedules and accommodations in Medina are being finalized.
The installment-based payment plan has attracted significant applicants. A total of 179,210 Pakistanis will perform Hajj, with costs ranging from PKR 1,075,000 to 1,175,000.
Applicants must initially deposit PKR 200,000, with remaining payments due by February 2025. Refunds are partially provided for cancellations.
300 seats are allocated for low-income laborers, and compensation for heirs of deceased pilgrims has increased to PKR 2 million
