Federal cabinet has approved the private Hajj policy 2027–2030, introducing a new system for private Hajj operations based on performance, transparency and compliance instead of the quota system.
The Ministry of Religious Affairs spokesperson said the new policy will require a fresh review of all existing Hajj operators. Private Hajj quotas will now be given on a first-come, first-served basis.
The spokesperson added that private Hajj operators must secure bookings for at least 2,000 pilgrims. Companies that do not meet this requirement will be marked as inactive.
Half of the security deposit of companies that fail to get enough bookings will be taken, and their pilgrims will be automatically moved to other companies.
Under the new system, all Hajj companies will be independently evaluated and graded by experts. Licenses will be valid for three years.
The Ministry also said that buying and selling Hajj quotas will not be allowed, and strict action will be taken against any cartel or monopoly practices.
According to the spokesperson, all private Hajj operations will be handled through a fully digital system. Bookings will only be accepted through the Private Hajj Management Portal, which will be connected with NADRA and the State Bank of Pakistan.
Manual bookings and cash payments will not be allowed. Hajj companies will not be allowed to keep pilgrims’ money. Payments to service providers in Saudi Arabia will be made directly, and all Hajj-related payments will go through the State Bank of Pakistan’s official account.
