The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has issued a public safety advisory for Pakistani pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia for Hajj 2026, urging them to keep important emergency contact numbers readily available throughout their journey.
The ministry shared several helpline numbers for emergency, medical, transport and security related assistance to facilitate pilgrims during Hajj.
According to officials:
- 911 can be contacted for emergency and security services
- 999 has been designated for police assistance
- 997 is the official ambulance and medical emergency helpline
- 998 is available for civil defence emergencies
- 996 can be used for road security assistance
- 937 has been assigned for health information and complaints
The ministry also announced that pilgrims can contact 1966 for Hajj-related information, complaints and guidance services during their stay in Saudi Arabia.
For religious guidance, authorities shared the multilingual fatwa and advisory helpline 8002451000, which provides assistance in 16 languages for pilgrims seeking religious information during Hajj.
Officials advised pilgrims to save all important helpline numbers on their mobile phones and immediately contact the relevant authorities in case of emergencies, health issues or other difficulties during Hajj 2026.
Important instructions issued for Pakistani Hajj pilgrims
In a separate development, the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has issued important instructions for Pakistani pilgrims travelling for Hajj, according to the reports.
The ministry has also advised the pilgrims to keep all important items and documents with them during the journey to avoid any problems while performing Hajj.
According to the officials, pilgrims should always carry their Nusuk card, Pakistani Hajj card, and identification band. These are some of the items that are most important for identification, accommodation, and travel matters.
The ministry also said that pilgrims will receive free Saudi SIM cards after arriving in Saudi Arabia so they can stay in contact with their families.
In addition to this, due to extreme heat and weather conditions, pilgrims have been advised to carry umbrellas, sunglasses, and water bottles to stay safe from the heat.
Officials also asked pilgrims to keep their daily medicines with them during the journey.
The ministry further recommended carrying prayer mats, extra Ihram or clothes, mobile chargers, and power banks. This will help to make the trip easier and more comfortable.
Pilgrims were advised to avoid carrying unnecessary or heavy luggage to prevent travel difficulties.
Hajj authorities also directed all pilgrims to complete the biometric process before departure and strictly follow official instructions to avoid any problems during Hajj.
Officials expressed hope that better planning and safety measures will help pilgrims complete their spiritual journey in a peaceful and comfortable way.
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