Indonesian Government Sets 2026 Hajj Costs, Surabaya Embarkation Highest

Presidential Decree Establishes Hajj Fees for 2026

President Prabowo Subianto has officially approved the Hajj Costs (BPIH) and Hajj Travel Costs (Bipih) for 2026 through Presidential Decree No. 34/2025. The decree, signed on November 13, 2025, establishes the financial framework for Indonesia's Hajj pilgrimage next year.

Cost Components and Variations

The Bipih for 2026 includes several key components:

1. Flight costs
2. Partial accommodation costs in Makkah
3. Partial accommodation costs in Madinah
4. Living expenses during pilgrimage

The costs vary by embarkation point, with Surabaya being the most expensive embarkation for Indonesian pilgrims. The presidential decree provides detailed breakdowns for each embarkation point across Indonesia.

Significance of the Presidential Decree

The establishment of BPIH and Bipih is crucial for the organization of the Hajj pilgrimage from Indonesia. It determines the financial burden on pilgrims and helps in the logistical planning for the religious event. The decree ensures that the costs are officially sanctioned and provides a basis for further arrangements by relevant authorities.