ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has begun registration of intending pilgrims for next year’s Hajj pilgrimage for both the government and private schemes, its religious affairs ministry said on Friday.
Intending pilgrims can register themselves through 15 approved banks and only registered candidates will be considered eligible for Hajj 2026, according to the ministry.
After the registration, which will continue till July 9, pilgrims will be able to opt for government or private Hajj scheme. No fee will have to be paid for Hajj registration.
“Hajj registration is being carried out on the instructions of the Saudi Arabian government,” the religious affairs ministry said in a statement.
“The Saudi Arabian government will set the Hajj quota based on the registration.”
