Pakistan's Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced that government-sponsored Hajj 2027 pilgrims must submit their second installment payment between October 5 and October 20, 2026. According to the Pakistan Observer, payments must be made through the Pak Hajj mobile application or the Digital Hajj Portal.

The ministry warned that applications will be cancelled if the second installment is not received by October 20. Any amount already deposited by a pilgrim who misses the deadline will be refunded to their account.

Payment window and digital channels

The second installment collection runs for just over two weeks. The ministry confirmed that government scheme pilgrims can pay through two official digital channels: the Pak Hajj mobile app and the Digital Hajj Portal.

Pakistan has steadily moved its Hajj management onto digital platforms. The use of mobile apps and online portals is designed to reduce long queues at banks and to give pilgrims a clear record of their payments and documents.

Pilgrims are advised to keep their login credentials secure and to confirm that each payment is successfully recorded in the system. A confirmed transaction is the pilgrim's proof that the installment has been received within the deadline.

Medical fitness certificate now required

A key condition applies before the second installment can be submitted. The ministry stated that pilgrims must upload their medical fitness certificate through either the app or the portal before making the payment.

This requirement aligns with a broader regional trend. Saudi Arabia has made medical clearance mandatory before Hajj 2027 visas are issued. Several countries now screen pilgrims earlier in the process to ensure they are fit for the physical demands of the pilgrimage.

Pilgrims who have not yet completed their medical examinations should arrange them without delay. Missing or incomplete health documentation could block the installment payment and, in turn, the pilgrim's place in the scheme.

Sponsored workers and refunds

The ministry also detailed a separate labour quota initiative. The program allows companies and institutions to sponsor Hajj 2027 for low-income workers. Sponsoring organizations must submit electronic applications by October 10, 2026, on a first-come, first-served basis.

Payments under the sponsorship scheme are made directly from the sponsoring company's bank account. This channel is aimed at giving employers a structured way to fund the pilgrimage for staff who might not otherwise afford it.

For individual government scheme pilgrims, the refund policy offers some reassurance. The ministry confirmed that if an applicant misses the payment deadline and the application is cancelled, the amount already deposited will be returned to the pilgrim's account. Specific installment amounts were not disclosed in the announcement.

The installment deadline sits alongside the separate labour quota application window, which closes on October 10. Sponsoring companies are urged to file early because places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Once that window shuts, unfilled sponsored seats may not be available again for the season. Both tracks share the same goal of finalizing Pakistan's pilgrim list in good time for Saudi visa processing.

Practical tips for Pakistani pilgrims

Pilgrims in Pakistan's government Hajj scheme can protect their place by acting early and carefully:

  • Mark the deadline. Pay the second installment between October 5 and October 20, 2026. Do not wait until the final day.
  • Upload medical documents first. Complete and upload your medical fitness certificate before attempting the payment.
  • Use official apps only. Pay through the Pak Hajj mobile app or the Digital Hajj Portal, and avoid third-party agents handling your money.
  • Keep payment receipts. Save screenshots or confirmation numbers for every transaction as proof of timely payment.
  • Act on cancellations quickly. If your application is cancelled, follow up on the refund of any amount already deposited.

With the payment window open and the deadline set for October 20, Pakistani pilgrims are urged to complete their medical certificates and installment payments promptly through the official government channels.