How to Register for Regular Hajj and Documents Required

Performing the Hajj pilgrimage is a dream for every Muslim. It is not just a physical journey to the Holy Land but also a spiritual journey towards closeness to Allah SWT. Due to limited quotas and long queues, Muslims in Indonesia need to understand the correct procedure for registering for regular Hajj.
According to the Financial Management Body of Hajj (BPKH) website, regular Hajj is an official program managed by the government through the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. This pathway is intended for the general public with more affordable costs compared to special Hajj. However, the waiting time for departure can reach from tens to dozens of years, depending on the place of origin and provincial quota.
The registration process for regular Hajj begins with depositing the initial Hajj fee (BPIH) at a government-designated bank, followed by verification at the local Office of the Ministry of Religious Affairs. Once the data is deemed complete, the prospective pilgrim will receive a Hajj quota number, which serves as the official indication that they have been registered as a Hajj pilgrim.
Before heading to the designated bank for the deposit, prospective pilgrims need to know the requirements and prepare the necessary documents. According to the Jakarta Provincial Ministry of Religious Affairs website, here are some of the requirements when registering for Hajj:
Being a Muslim
A minimum age of 12 years at the time of registration
Having a valid identification card based on domicile
Having a Family Card
Having a birth certificate or birth certificate copy or marriage certificate or diploma
Having a savings account in the name of the candidate at BPS-BPIH
Hajj Registration Process
1. Prospective Hajj pilgrims open a Hajj savings account at BPS-BPIH based on domicile, bringing their identification card and an initial deposit of 25 million.
2. Prospective Hajj pilgrims sign a declaration letter confirming they meet the Hajj registration requirements issued by the Ministry of Religious Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia.
3. Prospective Hajj pilgrims transfer the initial BPIH contribution to the BPKH account at the BPS-BPIH branch based on domicile.
4. BPS-BPIH issues a receipt of the initial deposit, containing a VALIDATION NUMBER. (PLEASE NOTE YOUR VALIDATION NUMBER)
5. The document for the initial BPIH deposit is attached with a 3×4 size photo of the prospective pilgrim and affixed with a stamp.
6. Prospective Hajj pilgrims visit the District/City Ministry of Religious Affairs with the document of the initial deposit and other requirements as per regulations for verification within 5 working days after the initial BPIH payment.
7. Prospective Hajj pilgrims fill out a Hajj registration form in the form of a Hajj Departure Registration Letter and submit it to the District/City Ministry of Religious Affairs officers.
8. Prospective Hajj pilgrims receive a registration proof document containing the registration PORTION NUMBER, signed and stamped by the District/City Ministry of Religious Affairs officers. (PLEASE NOTE YOUR PORTION NUMBER)
9. The District/City Ministry of Religious Affairs issues 5 printed copies of the Hajj Departure Registration Letter, each with a 3×4 size photo of the prospective pilgrim.
Waiting for Departure and Pilgrim Guidance
Once allocated a portion number, the prospective pilgrim is officially registered and only needs to wait for the departure time according to the regional quota. During the waiting period, pilgrims are advised to:
1. Maintain physical and spiritual health.
2. Save funds for the Hajj costs when the scheduled time arrives.
3. Attend the Hajj guidance sessions organized by the Ministry of Religious Affairs. The Hajj guidance aims for pilgrims to understand the rituals and obligations of Hajj, prepare mentally and spiritually for the long journey in the Holy Land.