In order to facilitate the submission of Hajj applications, designated banks across Pakistan will keep their branches open on Saturday, November 30, and Sunday, December 1. This decision aims to assist intending pilgrims in depositing their applications and dues for Hajj 2025.
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), responding to a request from the Ministry of Religious Affairs & Interfaith Harmony, has instructed 15 designated banks to operate their relevant branches from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on these dates. This measure ensures that applicants have ample opportunity to complete their submissions over the weekend.
According to the Hajj Policy, the Ministry of Religious Affairs & Interfaith Harmony has designated the following banks to collect Hajj applications and dues: National Bank of Pakistan, Habib Bank, United Bank, MCB Bank, Allied Bank, Bank of Punjab, Bank Alfalah, Zarai Taraqiati Bank, Faysal Bank, Askari Bank, Bank Al-Habib, Habib Metropolitan Bank, Soneri Bank, Meezan Bank, and Bank Islami. The collection period for Hajj 2025 applications runs from November 18, 2024, to December 3, 2024, across the country.
