Iraq's Martyrs' Institution extends Hajj application deadline for relatives of martyrs to September 8

BAGHDAD, Iraq — Iraq's Martyrs' Institution has extended the Hajj application window for relatives of martyrs by five days, keeping submissions open until Tuesday, September 8, 2026. The institution said the decision followed a directive from its president, Dr. Abdulilah al-Naili. According to the statement, the extension was granted to accommodate applicants who experienced technical difficulties accessing the institution's electronic system. Applications must be submitted through the institution's official electronic portal, the body said. The institution urged relatives of martyrs wishing to perform Hajj to complete their applications within the revised period. It added that updated information and instructions are available through its official accounts. No further details on the number of applicants or the technical issues were immediately provided.