Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has exceeded its target of registering 150,000 Hajj applications within just eight days through its online Hajj portal, marking a significant milestone in the government’s drive to expand digital public services and e-governance.
The ministry said today the online Hajj portal, along with the Pak Hajj mobile application, allows intending pilgrims to complete the registration process quickly, transparently, and conveniently from their homes, eliminating the need for physical visits during the initial application stage.
The ministry added that the digitization of Hajj arrangements is advancing rapidly in line with the current government’s vision to modernize public service delivery.
As part of the next phase, authorities are finalizing the complete integration of Hajj dues into the digital platform. Once implemented, pilgrims will be able to pay their Hajj expenses online through the Hajj portal or the Pak Hajj mobile application without visiting banks or government offices.
The ministry said a modern payment collection system is being introduced in collaboration with One Link, enabling applicants to complete the entire process-from registration to payment-with only a few online steps.
Officials added that the initiative follows the directives of Pakistan’s prime minister to fully digitize the collection of Hajj dues and further streamline the pilgrimage management system.
According to experts, the digital model is expected to provide substantial convenience for overseas Pakistanis by allowing them to register for Hajj, monitor the status of their applications, and pay Hajj dues online from anywhere in the world.
The ministry has also incorporated several new features into both the online Hajj portal and the Pak Hajj mobile application, enabling applicants to access their registration details, application status, and other essential information instantly.
The ministry said the new digital system has received positive public feedback, with many describing it as an important step toward improving transparency, convenience, and efficiency in the delivery of government services.