Hajj 2026: Deadline for Hajj registration extended by 2 days

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Religious Affairs on Wednesday extended the last date for Hajj 2026 registration by two days.

According to the ministry, the registration process will now continue till July 11 through designated banks and the ministry’s online portal. The decision to extend the last date was taken in response to requests from prospective pilgrims.

A ministry spokesperson confirmed that 313,000 applicants have successfully completed their Hajj 2026 registration so far. The expenses and other terms and conditions for Hajj 2026 will be issued as per the official Hajj policy. Earlier on Tuesday, it was reported that the ministry had said that only one day is left for the mandatory registration for Hajj 2026.

According to details, more than 200,000 Hajj pilgrims have completed their registration so far. The last date for submission was set for Wednesday, July 9.

The ministry spokesperson clarified that no registration fee is being charged and the process is currently ongoing at 15 designated banks across the country. Additionally, applicants can also register online from the comfort of their homes.

According to the ministry, registration is mandatory, and only those who submit their applications within the stipulated period will be considered eligible for Hajj. After registration, applicants will be able to choose between government and private Hajj schemes.