The Ministry of Religious Affairs has officially launched the mandatory registration process for all intending pilgrims for Hajj 2026. The registration window will remain open until July 9, and no fee is required during this initial phase.
According to the ministry, this early registration is compulsory and applies to all applicants, including overseas Pakistanis. Only those who complete this step will be eligible to participate in Hajj 2026 under either the government or private Hajj scheme.
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Pilgrims can register through 15 designated banks nationwide. The choice between government and private schemes will be made at a later stage after the completion of the registration.
The ministry urged all interested individuals to ensure timely registration, emphasizing that this process is the first essential requirement for performing Hajj next year.
