The government has announced that Bangladeshis living abroad must perform Hajj by traveling from Bangladesh, not from their country of residence. The Ministry of Religious Affairs cited Saudi Arabia’s mandatory guidelines under Article 14 of the Hajj and Umrah Ministry, which prohibits foreign-residing Bangladeshis from registering abroad and flying directly to Saudi Arabia. Officials noted that some agencies have been arranging such registrations, creating multiple complications: Inability to upload “pre-arrival” flight and health data to the Nusuk system. Missed health screenings, including meningitis and influenza vaccinations. Absence of medical certificates verifying pilgrims’ ability to perform Hajj. Lack of Hajj training. Airline seat mismanagement and broader organizational disruptions. For smooth management, the ministry has urged agencies to ensure that registered pilgrims abroad travel to Saudi Arabia from Bangladesh only.