Applications for Hajj visa open from February 8

The Religious Affairs Ministry has announced that applications for Hajj visas for the current year will open on February 8 and continue until March 20.

The Religious Affairs Ministry issued a notice in this regard on Thursday.

All registered Hajj pilgrims, both through government and private channels, are currently undergoing health check-ups at government hospitals, it said

According to the directives of Saudi Arabia, pilgrims must complete their medical examinations and receive the required vaccinations to obtain a fitness certificate.

With the certificate, they can apply for Hajj visas through the Saudi Nusk Masar system between February 8 and March 20.

The ministry urged all registered pilgrims, including expatriates, to complete health check-ups at any government hospital in Bangladesh, required vaccinations, and obtain fitness certificates before applying for visas.

This year, no pilgrim will be allowed to perform Hajj without a valid fitness certificate.