The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Friday announced that branches of authorized banks to remain open on Saturday and Sunday for the collection of hajj application forms along with dues for hajj 2024, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.
To facilitate the intending pilgrims to deposit application forms along with dues for Hajj 2023, the State Bank has directed banks to keep all their designated branches open on Saturday and Sunday throughout the country.
The SBP has issued a notification in this regard at the request of the Ministry of Religious Affairs.
The Ministry of Religious Affairs said that the process of accepting applications under the government hajj scheme is underway and designated banks will remain open on Saturday and Sunday for the convenience of Haj applicants.
The Ministry said for submission of the application under regular or sponsorship hajj scheme, the nearest nominee may be contacted.
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has also issued Hajj helplines and WhatsApp numbers to guide pilgrims.
The Ministry of Religious Affairs said hajj applications will continue to be received uninterruptedly till Tuesday, December 12.