Hajj Registration & Packages Guide for Bangladesh: Costs & e-Hajj Rules
Complete guide to Hajj registration for Bangladeshi pilgrims. Covers Ministry of Religious Affairs e-Hajj portal, package costs, quotas, and Tasheer biometrics.
The Sovereign Framework for Hajj in Bangladesh
Performing Hajj is a lifetime spiritual milestone for millions of Bangladeshi Muslims. The pilgrimage from Bangladesh is governed through bilateral agreements signed annually between the Ministry of Religious Affairs (MORA) of Bangladesh and the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).
Under current bilateral quotas, Bangladesh is allocated approximately 127,198 pilgrims annually, divided into two distinct management frameworks:
- Government Management (Sarkari Byabosthapona): Administered directly by the Ministry of Religious Affairs via the Ashkona Hajj Camp in Uttara, Dhaka.
- Private Management (Besarkari Byabosthapona): Administered through licensed travel agencies accredited by the Hajj Agencies Association of Bangladesh (HAAB).
Step-by-Step e-Hajj Registration Sequence
Registration is managed digitally via the central government portal: hajj.gov.bd.
Step 1: Preliminary Registration (Prathomic Nibondhon)
- Prerequisite: Valid 10-digit Smart National ID (NID) card for adults, or digital birth certificate (BRIS verified) for minors.
- Initial Deposit: Pilgrims submit their biographical data and deposit a refundable preliminary registration token of ৳28,153 into any designated scheduled commercial bank (e.g. Sonali Bank, Islami Bank, Al-Arafah, Pubali Bank).
- Serial Allocation: The e-Hajj portal issues a unique tracking serial number. Pilgrims are called for final registration based on serial chronological seniority when the national quota window opens.
Step 2: Final Registration & Package Confirmation
- Once the annual Hajj package prices are gazetted by the Ministry of Religious Affairs, pilgrims must pay the remaining balance within the designated deadline to lock in their Pilgrim Identification Number (PID).
Step 3: Biometric Enrollment via Saudi Visa Bio
- Saudi Arabia requires all pilgrims to enroll facial and fingerprint biometrics using the official smartphone app Saudi Visa Bio or through Tasheer Visa Service Centers located in Dhaka, Chittagong, and Sylhet.
Hajj Package Structures & Cost Breakdown (BDT)
The Government of Bangladesh standardizes base package tiers to ensure financial transparency and prevent extortion by rogue tour operators.
Typical Cost Distribution for Bangladeshi Pilgrims:
| Expense Category | Government Package (Approx. BDT) | Private Agency Package (Approx. BDT) |
|---|---|---|
| Airfare (Dedicated Return Flight) | ৳ 175,000 – ৳ 195,000 | ৳ 175,000 – ৳ 210,000 |
| Makkah & Madinah Accommodation | ৳ 160,000 – ৳ 210,000 | ৳ 220,000 – ৳ 450,000 (VIP/Markaziah) |
| Mina, Arafat & Muzdalifah (Moallem / Tent Services) | ৳ 110,000 – ৳ 135,000 | ৳ 130,000 – ৳ 220,000 |
| Visa, Health Insurance & Service Fees | ৳ 35,000 – ৳ 45,000 | ৳ 35,000 – ৳ 45,000 |
| Internal Transport (AC Bus / Haramain Train) | ৳ 25,000 – ৳ 35,000 | ৳ 30,000 – ৳ 50,000 |
| Qurbani (Hadaya via Islamic Development Bank / Adahi) | ৳ 20,000 – ৳ 25,000 (Optional) | ৳ 20,000 – ৳ 25,000 |
| Total Benchmark Cost per Pilgrim | ৳ 525,000 – ৳ 630,000 | ৳ 610,000 – ৳ 950,000+ |
Note: In accordance with bilateral agreements, 50% of Bangladeshi pilgrims fly with national flag carrier Biman Bangladesh Airlines, and the remaining 50% fly with Saudia and private carrier Flynas.
Mandatory Health and Vaccination Clearance
Before departing from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (Dhaka), Shah Amanat International Airport (Chittagong), or Osmani International Airport (Sylhet), pilgrims must complete health screenings at civil surgeon offices or government hospitals:
- Meningococcal Meningitis Vaccine (ACWY): Mandatory quadrivalent conjugate vaccine administered at least 10 days prior to arrival in KSA.
- Seasonal Influenza Vaccine: Required for elderly pilgrims and chronic patients.
- Fitness Certificate: Pilgrims with end-stage renal disease, severe cardiac failure, advanced dementia, or late-stage pregnancy are ineligible under Saudi Ministry of Health entry regulations.
Critical Precautions Against Rogue Tour Operators
- Verify Valid HAAB Agency License: Never pay cash to an unauthorized broker (Dalal). Verify that the travel agency possesses an active HAAB registration number and valid Ministry license on
hajj.gov.bd. - Demand Official Bank Deposit Receipts: Every payment must be deposited directly into the agency’s official corporate bank account, and an authentic printed e-Hajj voucher must be collected.
- Clarify Walking Distance to Haram: Standard economy packages house pilgrims in the Aziziah or Misfalah sectors (3 to 6 km away from the Holy Mosque, relying on shuttle buses). Premium packages offer hotels in the Markaziah area within 300 to 800 meters of the Haram boundary.
Sources, Data & References
In accordance with BD Market Insights Editorial Standards, all factual claims, market sizes, and corporate data cited in this publication are cross-referenced with official filings, regulatory bodies, and industry documentation.
- Ministry of Religious Affairs (MORA) Bangladesh Hajj Portal — hajj.gov.bd (Accessed: October 14, 2026)
- Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia — haj.gov.sa (Accessed: October 14, 2026)
- Hajj Agencies Association of Bangladesh (HAAB) — haabbd.com (Accessed: October 14, 2026)