Private Hajj 2025 bookings open: How much do they cost?

The booking for the private Hajj scheme are open from January 10 to January 31, 2025.

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The Ministry of Religious Affairs has made an important decision regarding Hajj 2025, allowing private Hajj organising companies and their subsidiaries to begin booking for the pilgrimage and releasing the details of private Hajj packages, Express News reported.

According to a spokesperson for the ministry, the booking for the private Hajj scheme will be open from January 10 to January 31. Various Hajj packages under the private scheme are available on the ministry's official website.

The spokesperson clarified that the basic Hajj packages under the private scheme range from approximately Rs1.1 million to Rs2.15 million. Private Hajj companies will process bookings in accordance with agreements outlined in the SPA (Service Provision Agreement).

Additionally, for packages exceeding Rs3 million, approval from the Hajj Policy Formulation Committee will be required. These packages must provide full details during the approval process.

The spokesperson further stated that the personal details of individuals purchasing or selling Hajj packages exceeding Rs3 million will be shared with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and other relevant authorities.

Private Hajj pilgrims are advised to verify their bookings through the ministry’s website and mobile app “Pak Hajj” and ensure that payments are made only through the company’s designated bank account. It is also mandatory to request a service agreement for the facilities provided.

The ministry has urged citizens to carefully understand the facilities included in their Hajj packages before finalising their bookings.