Saudi Arabia Hajj Visa for Pakistani Passport
Last updated: 10 Sept 2026
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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Yes
Health
Meningitis and Polio vaccination mandatory
Visa fee
Hajj Visa Processing Fee: PKR 0
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders must obtain a specific Hajj visa to perform Hajj
Visa exemption
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders must obtain a specific Hajj visa to perform Hajj
Application notes
- Hajj requires a dedicated Hajj visa or official Hajj permit (Tasreeh) — performing Hajj on a tourist eVisa, Visa on Arrival, or standard Umrah visa is prohibited and carries fines, deportation, and entry bans
- Pakistani passport holders residing in the US, UK, or GCC cannot use the regular Pakistan domestic quota unless they return to Pakistan and apply via a Pakistan-based package — overseas residents apply through the Nusuk Hajj global portal (hajj.nusuk.sa) or licensed operators in
- Flying from a third country: if you are a GCC resident, carry a valid exit/re-entry permit from your host country; ensure meningitis certificate is in English or Arabic
- Departing from Pakistan: carry NADRA polio vaccination certificate and completed biometric enrollment; Route to Makkah pre-clearance may apply at Islamabad or Karachi airports
- Pakistan's Hajj quota is split between the Government Hajj Scheme and Private Hajj Scheme (authorized operators listed on mora.gov.pk / hgo.hajjinfo.org)
- Pakistani passport holders must apply through the Ministry of Religious Affairs (MoRA) government scheme or an authorized private Hajj operator
- Hajj visas are subject to strict official Saudi quotas allocated to Pakistan
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Register for the Hajj scheme through the Ministry of Religious Affairs (MoRA) official portal or an authorized private Hajj operator
- 2
Step 2
Participate in the government balloting process or secure a spot under the private operator quota
- 3
Step 3
Submit required civil and financial documentation to the assigned Hajj operator or MoRA office
- 4
Step 4
Complete the mandatory Hajj training and vaccination requirements as notified by the authorities
- 5
Step 5
Receive the Hajj visa endorsement through the official Hajj Ministry channels once the application is approved
- 6
Step 6
Collect travel documents and Hajj permit from the authorized operator prior to departure
- 7
Step 7
Register for Hajj through Pakistan MoRA — either the Government Hajj Scheme (balloting/allotment) or an authorized private Hajj operator under the official Saudi quota
- 8
Step 8
Complete mandatory biometric verification via the Saudi Visa Bio app or, if required, at designated Hajj Tasheer centres in Pakistan before visa submission
- 9
Step 9
Your operator or MoRA processes the dedicated Hajj visa through Nusuk Hajj / Nusuk Massar channels — tourist and Umrah visas cannot be used for Hajj
- 10
Step 10
Receive your Hajj visa or official permit (Tasreeh) and confirm your approved Nusuk Hajj package with QR code before travel
Step 1
Register for the Hajj scheme through the Ministry of Religious Affairs (MoRA) official portal or an authorized private Hajj operator
Step 2
Participate in the government balloting process or secure a spot under the private operator quota
Step 3
Submit required civil and financial documentation to the assigned Hajj operator or MoRA office
Step 4
Complete the mandatory Hajj training and vaccination requirements as notified by the authorities
Step 5
Receive the Hajj visa endorsement through the official Hajj Ministry channels once the application is approved
Step 6
Collect travel documents and Hajj permit from the authorized operator prior to departure
Step 7
Register for Hajj through Pakistan MoRA — either the Government Hajj Scheme (balloting/allotment) or an authorized private Hajj operator under the official Saudi quota
Step 8
Complete mandatory biometric verification via the Saudi Visa Bio app or, if required, at designated Hajj Tasheer centres in Pakistan before visa submission
Step 9
Your operator or MoRA processes the dedicated Hajj visa through Nusuk Hajj / Nusuk Massar channels — tourist and Umrah visas cannot be used for Hajj
Step 10
Receive your Hajj visa or official permit (Tasreeh) and confirm your approved Nusuk Hajj package with QR code before travel
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Application documents
- Original machine-readable Pakistani passport valid past the Saudi Hajj-season cutoff with at least two adjacent blank pages
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card) or NICOP
- NADRA Family Registration Certificate (FRC) to verify family ties and mahram relationship
- Official Hajj balloting success proof or MoRA allotment letter
- Registered private Hajj operator booking confirmation
- Meningococcal ACYW vaccination certificate administered at least 10 days before travel
- NADRA Polio vaccination certificate showing bOPV or IPV administration
- Completed Hajj application form provided by MoRA or authorized operator
- Passport-size colour photographs with a white background
- Valid CNIC or NICOP
- Official Hajj balloting or selection proof — MoRA allotment letter (government scheme) or registered private operator booking confirmation
- Passport-size colour photographs (white background, face covering approximately 80% of frame, no glasses)
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalPolio vaccination is mandatory for all arrivals from Pakistan (WP1), regardless of age or prior status: at least one dose of bOPV or IPV.
- Meningococcal ACYW is mandatory for all Hajj pilgrims and seasonal workers in Hajj areas (KSA 1447H/2026): conjugate ACYW or ACYWX within the last 5 years, or polysaccharide ACYW w
- Certificate must name vaccine type and date (unnamed type → 3-year validity only)
- Prefer IPV within the previous 12 months and ≥4 weeks before arrival (or OPV within previous 6 months / ≥4 weeks before arrival)
- COVID-19 vaccine or immunity proof is required for high-risk Hajj groups (age 65+, pregnant, chronic heart/respiratory/kidney disease, hereditary blood disorders, immunodeficiency,
- Other pilgrims are advised to follow WHO SAGE COVID guidance
- Origin-country health authorities must confirm pilgrims meet Hajj physical-ability rules and are free of disqualifying conditions, including major organ failure (dialysis;
- symptomatic heart failure;
Destination at a glance
Capital
Riyadh
Continent
Asia
Currency
Rial (SAR)
Phone code
+966
Language
Arabic
Exchange rate
1 SAR = 73.8297 PKR
Currency converter
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Frequently asked questions
Can I perform Hajj on a tourist visa?▾
No, Hajj cannot be performed on a tourist e-Visa, visa-on-arrival, or standard Umrah visa
How do I apply for a Hajj visa as a Pakistani citizen?▾
You must apply through the Ministry of Religious Affairs (MoRA) government scheme or an authorized private Hajj operator
What is the role of the Nusuk platform for Hajj?▾
Nusuk is the official platform used for Hajj and Umrah services, including permit issuance and coordination with the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah