One of the most important religious occasions on the Islamic calendar is the Hajj. Millions of Muslims around the world love to travel to Makkah every year to participate in the annual pilgrimage to perform a spiritual ritual.
Authorities of the Hajj ministry have revealed the registration date, requirements, and Hajj process related to the Hajj dates for the year 2025 which has come very near. The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced the hajj applications for the Government Hajj scheme in the coming week under the new policy for the upcoming season.
According to the new government scheme announced related to Hajj application 2025 more than 179,000 pilgrims are expected to be able to complete the Hajj in 2025, according to reports. As Per the new hajj government scheme candidates must fulfill certain requirements, such as having physical and mental health issues specified by Saudi legislation.
Candidates who were born before February 12, 2013, must require a medical certificate which is mandatory for them. Medical certificate forms are available for Pakistanis who are living abroad to download on the Ministry's website.
The Hajj expenses are projected between Rs1,075,000 and Rs1,175,000, Three installments will be utilized for completing the payment procedure. An initial payment of Rs. 200,000 must be made by applicants with their application. A second payment of Rs. 400,000 will be needed for individuals who were chosen in the lottery, and the full amount must be paid by February 10, 2025.
The entire application process and fee submission are available online under the regular scheme, which makes it very simple for applicants across Pakistan to access. Women can now travel without a Mahram but must indicate their family status on the application.
The following steps and criteria must be followed by applicants for the 2025 Hajj application procedure.
According to latest Hajj news 2025, the opening date of the Hajj process is from November 18 till the 3rd of December, with an extended deadline for those who hold valid passports to apply until December 6, 2024. Priority will be given to first-time applicants under the regular scheme, and the draw is set for December 6.
A valid passport, proof of vaccinations, and the financial ability to pay for all required expenses according to the specified packages are essential requirements. It is recommended that applicants make sure that all required paperwork is completed and that the fees are submitted to the appropriate bank branches before the deadline.
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