The federal cabinet approved Thursday’s Hajj policy for next year’s pilgrimage. Sources say the official package for Hajj is expected to cost between Rs10,75,000 and Rs11,75,000.
Around 179,000 people from Pakistan will be able to perform Hajj next year. The Hajj Policy 2025 outlines quotas for different sectors: government and private operators will each receive 89,605 pilgrim spots.
About 1,000 spots are reserved for the labor sector and around 300 for low-income workers registered under the Employees’ Old-Age Benefits Institution (EOBI).
Next year’s long Hajj will last 38 to 42 days, while the short Hajj will last 20 to 25 days. Children under 12 years old will not be allowed to travel for the pilgrimage.
The Road to Makkah facility will be available at Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi airports. Women traveling without a mahram can also perform Hajj under the conditions set by the Islamic Ideological Council.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
Q) What are the dates of Hajj 2025?
A) Preliminary estimates indicate that the Hajj pilgrimage 2025 will occur from Wednesday, June 4, to Monday, June 9. During this period, pilgrims gather in Makkah, Islam’s holiest site.
Q) When should I apply for Hajj 2025 from the USA?
A) You can start registering for Hajj 2025 on September 22, 2024. The registration portal will close on October 22, 2024.
Q) What is the fee for Hajj 2025?
A) The Hajj Committee of India has announced that selected pilgrims for Hajj 2025 must pay the first installment of Rs 1,30,300 per person between October 8 and October 21.
Q) What is the Hajj quota for 2025?
A) India’s Hajj quota for 2025 remains at 1,75,025, the same as in 2024. You can submit applications through the Hajj Suvidha App or website. New rules allow women over 45 to perform Hajj without a male companion, and pilgrims aged 65 or older must travel with a companion.
