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The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has begun Hajj 2027 preparations with over 75 countries, making integrated accommodation, transport and catering packages mandatory and requiring compulsory training for operators.
Official statistics show more than 15.2 million pilgrims performed Umrah in the first quarter of 2026, with air travel carrying the vast majority of international arrivals.
Pakistan's federal cabinet has approved its first four-year Hajj Policy and Plan for 2027 to 2030, introducing single-registration, full digitisation, a Shariah-compliant savings scheme and mandatory pilgrim training.
Saudi Arabia has launched an early registration-of-interest process on the Nusuk Hajj platform for international pilgrims planning Hajj 2027, though registering does not confirm a booking.
Pakistan has deferred enforcement of its new NADRA-linked digital vaccination card for Umrah pilgrims until September 25, after airport authorities warned the system was not ready for immediate rollout.
Saudi Arabia has approved updated regulations classifying Hajj accommodation into economy and first class, with multi-stage inspections and a schedule of violations ahead of the 2027 season.
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