One of the pillars of Islam is Hajj, a Holy Pilgrimage made by millions of Muslims annually. Hajj 2025 is also going to be a collosal affair with pilgrims flocking into Mecca from across the world. It is obligatory for each Muslim who has the means and physical well-being at least once in a lifetime.
Here we explain everything in simple, step-by-step steps of Hajj 2025 dates, registration process, charges, rituals, and a few tips with the help of which your Umrah pilgrimage will become a stress-free experience.
Hajj 2025 Dates and Registration
When is Hajj 2025?
Hajj 2025 will start on the 8th of Dhul-Hijjah and end on the 12th of Dhul-Hijjah, 1446 AH. Following the Islamic lunar calendar, the possible dates of Hajj 2025 in the Gregorian calendar are:
- Start Date: Friday evening, 6 June 2025
- End Date: Wednesday evening, 11 June 2025
The dates will be decided based on moon sightings.
How to Register for Hajj 2025
As the demand is increasing, the Saudi government has brought in a systematic Hajj registration process. Here below is how to register:
For International Pilgrims:
- Choose a Licensed Travel Agency: Choose a licensed Hajj operator of your country.
- Submit Documents Needed: Passport, visa application, vaccination certificate, and fees.
- Get Your Hajj Visa: You will get a Hajj visa on your confirmation.
- Book Your Travel and Stay: Book travel as per your package.
- Join Hajj Training: All of them conduct seminars to assist pilgrims with rituals.
For Local Pilgrims (Saudi Citizens & GCC Countries):
- Register on Nusuk Hajj Portal: Saudi official website for Hajj registration.
- Choose a Hajj Package: Choose available Hajj packages.
- Payment & Verification: Reserve your seat by paying the amount incurred.
- Get Confirmation: You will get your Hajj permit as and when approved.
Hajj 2025 Packages and Rates
Hajj price varies with departure nation, package, and stay. Other estimated costs are:
- Pakistan: PKR 1,200,000 – 1,500,000
- India: INR 600,000 – 800,000
- USA & UK: $10,000 – $15,000
- Indonesia & Malaysia: $5,000 – $7,500
Hajj Packages
- Economy Package: Basic amenities, common facilities.
- Standard Package: Relaxed with improved amenities.
- VIP Package/Luxury Package: Five-star facilities, personal transport, and high-end services.
Step-by-Step Hajj Ritual Guide
Hajj is a series of rituals completed in five days in Mecca and its surroundings. Here is a day-by-day account:
Day 1: 8th Dhul-Hijjah (Arrival & Ihram)
- Enter into the state of Ihram (state of purity) and declare intention to conduct Hajj.
- Go to Mina, the tent city, a few miles outside Mecca.
- Spend the night in prayers and preparation.
Day 2: 9th Dhul-Hijjah (Arafat Day)
- Go to Mount Arafat, Hajj’s holiday.
- Pray and repent at Jabal al-Rahmah (The Mount of Mercy).
- Night time, go to Muzdalifah, and pick pebbles to be used tomorrow.
Day 3: 10th Dhul-Hijjah (Eid al-Adha & Stoning Ritual)
- Rami al-Jamarat: Throw seven pebbles at Jamarat al-Aqaba (evil rejection).
- Animal Sacrifice (Qurbani): Reenacting Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) sacrifice.
- Shaving Hair (Halq/Taqsir): Men shave, women trim a bit.
- Tawaf al-Ifadah: Do Tawaf (circumambulation) of the Kaaba.
Day 4-5: 11th-12th Dhul-Hijjah (Final days of Hajj)
- Proceed to stone the three Jamarat for two consecutive days.
- Perform Tawaf al-Wida (Farewell Tawaf) before leaving Mecca.
Important Hajj 2025 Travel Tips
- Book Early: Book your Hajj package and visa early.
- Drink Plenty of Water: Saudi Arabia is hot, so drink plenty of water.
- Pack Essentials: Ihram clothing, prayer mat, medication, and ID cards.
- Be Spiritual & Patient: Hajj is physically exhausting but spiritually rewarding.
- Obey Safety Regulations: Comply with crowd control orders and emergency procedure laws.
Conclusion
Hajj 2025 will be an experience of a lifetime for the pilgrims to undertake the pilgrimage. Their advance planning, ritual consciousness, and physical as well as spiritual preparation will simplify the pilgrimage for the pilgrims. Allah will need to bless all the work of Hajj 2025 pilgrims.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Hajj 2025 when? Hajj 2025 will start on 6 June 2025 and end on 11 June 2025 (dependent on moon sighting).
- How much does Hajj 2025 cost? Price depends on package and departure country, between $5,000 to $15,000.
- Do I need to use an agency in order to perform Hajj? No, foreign pilgrims must be registered with authorized Hajj operators.
- Is Hajj vaccination compulsory? COVID-19 vaccine, Meningitis vaccine, and flu vaccine are compulsory to be taken by pilgrims.
- How to get a Hajj visa? Apply via an approved travel agency or the Saudi resident Nusuk Hajj portal.
By being properly prepared, knowing what’s happening, and meeting all the requirements, you can make Hajj 2025 a safe and spiritually enriching journey. May Allah make it easy for all the pilgrims and accept their du’as. Ameen!
