Deadline Announced for Private Hajj Pilgrims to Select and Pay for Packages

Pakistan's Ministry of Religious Affairs (MoRA) has set November 20 as the deadline for prospective pilgrims to select and pay for Hajj packages under the private scheme for 2027.

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• Authorities have finalized 16 basic private Hajj packages, with rates ranging from Rs.

Meanwhile, the deadline marks the first such requirement under Pakistan's new four-year Hajj policy. It the federal cabinet approved in July for the 2027 to 2030 seasons. The policy replaces the previous system of issuing a separate framework each year. CDA to Seal Offices of 4 Housing Societies in Islamabad.

Saudi Arabia has allocated 179, 210 Hajj places to Pakistan for 2027. While private operators will receive 71, 684, the administration scheme will receive 107, 526 places.

MoRA advised private pilgrims to select packages and create payments only through the official Hajj portal or Pak Hajj app. The ministry remarked it would not accept responsibility for losses resulting from payments produced directly to individuals or firms.

Authorities have finalized 16 basic private Hajj packages, with rates ranging from Rs. 1.4 million to Rs. 3.75 million. Most Hajj firms have uploaded their packages to the digital portal, and bookings have climbed. Meanwhile, the private scheme additionally offers shorter stays, direct flights from outside Pakistan and five-star hotel options.

When missed Saudi payment and service agreement deadlines reduced Pakistan's private quota from 89, 801 to just over 25, 000 places, leaving more than 67, 000 intending pilgrims unable to travel, the ministry has tightened oversight of private Hajj operators since 2025. Fire Breaks Out at Another Major Hospital in Punjab.

Meanwhile, more than 13, 000 pilgrims have deposited Rs. 8.7 billion under the administration Hajj scheme for 2027, according to MoRA. Stay Connected with ProPakistani. Obtain the latest news and stories wherever you prefer. Follow on Google Discover.

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