145,000 Egyptians Apply for Tourism-Organised Hajj Despite Booking Rules

Some 145,000 citizens have applied for Hajj through Egypt’s tourism-organised pilgrimage system despite booking requirements, according to Nasser Turki, deputy chairman of the Egyptian Tourism Federation.

Turki, who is also a member of the Supreme Committee for Hajj and Umrah, said the level of demand reflected public confidence in tourism companies.

He linked that confidence to the services the companies provide and their organisation of pilgrimage arrangements during the Hajj season.

The figure represents applications for tourism-organised Hajj, rather than a confirmed total of pilgrims who will travel. Turki’s remarks highlighted continued interest in the programme despite the rules governing bookings.