Pakistani pilgrims planning to perform Hajj in 2027 will be able to complete the government scheme’s application and payment process through digital platforms, as authorities prepare for the next pilgrimage season.
The government has fixed two package options for the upcoming Hajj. Pilgrims choosing the regular 40-day stay are expected to pay around Rs. 1.2 million, while those opting for the shorter 20 to 25-day option will pay about Rs. 1.3 million. Payments under the scheme are scheduled to begin from August 17.
A total of 107,526 seats have been reserved under Pakistan’s government Hajj quota. Of these, 30,000 places will be available for pilgrims selecting the shorter stay package.
The new arrangements also bring a major change to the way applications will be handled. Instead of relying heavily on physical paperwork and long queues, applicants will be able to use the Pak Hajj mobile application and online portal for the process. The move is intended to make registration and payment easier and reduce the time pilgrims spend waiting at offices.
HBL has been assigned the responsibility of facilitating payments for the government scheme. Alongside the government arrangement, 71,684 Hajj slots have been allocated to private tour operators.
The shift toward digital services is expected to make the preparation process more convenient for applicants while giving pilgrims greater access to information and services online.
With the 2027 arrangements now taking shape, prospective pilgrims will have both regular and shorter-duration options, along with a more technology-based system for completing key Hajj formalities.
