Pakistan has set the cost of its government Hajj 2027 packages at between Rs1.2 million and Rs1.3 million, roughly 4,334 to 4,695 US dollars per pilgrim. Religious Affairs Minister Sardar Muhammad Yousaf announced the pricing at a televised news conference in Islamabad, confirming that payments would open on August 17. The announcement is one of the first firm package figures released by any major sending country for the 1448 AH pilgrimage.
According to the minister, the longer 40-day package is priced at Rs1.2 million, while the shorter package covering 20 to 25 days is set at Rs1.3 million. The shorter option costs more because it relies on more expensive flight scheduling and accommodation closer to the holy sites. Selected pilgrims must pay half of the package cost in the first installment.
Quota and eligibility
Pakistan has allocated 107,526 slots under the government scheme for 2027. Around 400,000 people who completed the mandatory pre-registration are eligible to proceed with their applications and secure a place on a first-come, first-served basis. The government has reserved 30,000 of those slots for the shorter package and will stop accepting payments for each scheme once its quota is filled.
The private Hajj scheme has been allocated 71,684 slots. Pilgrims choosing this route can view and select from packages offered by 25 authorised Hajj organisers through the official government portal or app. The minister urged prospective pilgrims to use only official channels and avoid making payments through unauthorised agents.
A fully digital pilgrimage process
The 2027 season marks a significant shift for Pakistan, which has moved the entire Hajj application and payment process onto a digital system. Pilgrims can now complete applications and make payments through the Pak Hajj app and an online portal. The government says the change is designed to reduce queues, cut travel costs and shorten waiting times.
Habib Bank Limited has been appointed as the Religious Affairs Ministry's banking partner. Applicants can pay directly through the digital system or generate a digital payment form to settle at an HBL branch. Payments under the private scheme will also be processed through the government's digital platform.
The pricing announcement follows the federal cabinet's approval of Pakistan's first four-year Hajj policy. Under the new framework, prospective pilgrims no longer need to register every year, a change intended to give applicants more certainty and to streamline planning for authorities.
What pilgrims should do now
Pilgrims planning to travel in 2027 should act early, since places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and payment windows close once quotas fill. Applicants should confirm their pre-registration status before the payment period opens and prepare the first installment, which covers half of the total package cost.
Those considering the private scheme should verify that any organiser is among the 25 authorised operators listed on the official portal. Pilgrims should keep digital receipts for every payment and never hand cash to intermediaries who claim to guarantee a slot. Anyone uncertain about the process should rely on the Pak Hajj app or the official ministry portal rather than third-party websites.
Finally, pilgrims should remember that package prices reflect accommodation distance, flight timing and length of stay. Choosing the longer 40-day package can lower the overall cost, while the shorter package suits those with limited time away from work or family. Careful budgeting and early payment remain the surest way to secure a place for the 2027 season.