Jeddah:A total of 83,500 Muslims from Bangladesh will have the opportunity to perform hajj in Saudi Arabia in 2027, following a new agreement signed between the two nations.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the hajj agreement for 2027 was finalized yesterday in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The signing was attended by Religious Affairs Minister Kazi Shah Mofazzal Hossain (Kaikobad) from Bangladesh and the Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, representing their respective countries.
The agreement increases the hajj pilgrim quota by 5,000 compared to 2026, allowing 83,500 Bangladeshis to undertake the pilgrimage in 2027. This increment was made at the request of the Government of Bangladesh. In 2026, 78,500 pilgrims were able to perform hajj from Bangladesh under both government and private arrangements.
Minister Kaikobad mentioned that discussions with the Saudi counterpart also covered the progress of hajj management in Bangladesh. During the talks, the issue of tent capacity limitations in Mina was addressed, with assurances that Bangladesh would be prioritized for additional spots if any other country fails to utilize its quota.
Furthermore, the Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah committed to supporting Bangladesh in necessary ways. Minister Kaikobad expressed gratitude to the Saudi Royal Government and praised the leadership of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud.
He also highlighted the efforts of the current Bangladeshi government, led by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, in simplifying and improving hajj management. The event saw the participation of senior officials from both countries.