Bangladeshi Hajj pilgrims under the government scheme face a tight deadline to submit crucial documents. Ministry of Religious Affairs has issued an urgent notice requesting submission by 15 January 2026.

This step is essential for completing biometrics and data entry into Saudi Arabia's Nusuk Masar system. Saudi authorities have set a final deadline of February 8 for this process.

Deputy Secretary Mohammad Safiuzzaman Bhuiya signed the notice, calling the matter ‘extremely urgent’ for smooth Hajj management. Pilgrims outside Dhaka must submit documents to their local Islamic Foundation district office. Those in Dhaka and adjacent areas should go directly to the Hajj Office in Ashkona.

Required documents include the original passport, a copy of the Hajj registration certificate, and a biometric number from the Saudi Visa Bio App. Pilgrims must also provide personal information, including marital and employment status, plus recent travel history.

Failure to meet January 15 deadline could risk visa processing delays. Notice has been distributed to all relevant agencies, including Biman Bangladesh Airlines and the Islamic Foundation.