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Updates on Pakistan Private Hajj Quota!
Ministry of Religious Affairs Sets April 18 Deadline for Private Hajj Visa Applications
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced that April 18, 2025, is the final deadline for private Hajj operators to submit visa applications for their pilgrims. This measure aims to ensure timely processing and coordination with Saudi authorities for Hajj 2025.
Due to administrative challenges and delays in finalizing agreements, the private Hajj quota has been significantly reduced. Originally, 89,605 seats were allocated to private tour operators, but only 23,620 pilgrims will now be able to perform Hajj under the private scheme this year. Dawn
Private Hajj operators are urged to adhere strictly to the April 18 deadline to facilitate a smooth pilgrimage process for their clients. Failure to meet this deadline may result in pilgrims being unable to participate in Hajj 2025.
For further updates and assistance, pilgrims and operators are encouraged to stay connected with the Ministry's official channels and consult with authorized Hajj service providers.
Only 23,620 Pakistani Pilgrims to Perform Hajj 2025 Under Private Scheme
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced that only 23,620 Pakistani pilgrims will perform Hajj under the private scheme in 2025. This is a significant reduction from the originally allocated quota of 89,605 for private tour operators. The decrease follows administrative challenges and delays in finalizing agreements with Saudi authorities.
Pakistan was allocated a total Hajj quota of 179,210 pilgrims for 2025, divided equally between government and private schemes. While nearly 90,000 pilgrims are expected to perform Hajj under the government scheme, the private sector's participation has been curtailed due to the aforementioned issues. Arab News
The Ministry has set April 18, 2025, as the final deadline for private Hajj operators to submit visa applications for their pilgrims. Failure to meet this deadline may result in pilgrims being unable to participate in Hajj 2025.
Pilgrims and private Hajj operators are urged to adhere strictly to the April 18 deadline to ensure a smooth pilgrimage process. For further updates and assistance, they are encouraged to stay connected with the Ministry's official channels and consult with authorized Hajj service providers.
