Key Takeaways
- The deadline for NADRA-integrated vaccination cards has been extended to September 25, 2026.
- The extension provides relief to passengers and Umrah pilgrims who were preparing to meet the earlier deadline.
- Hundreds of passengers and pilgrims had gathered at the airport health office before the original deadline.
The Border Health Services have announced an extension of the deadline for implementing the NADRA-integrated vaccination card requirement to September 25, 2026. This decision comes after the original deadline of September 14, 2026, was set to ensure passengers and Umrah pilgrims had the necessary documentation.
The extension aims to alleviate the pressure on passengers and pilgrims who were facing difficulties in obtaining the required vaccination certificates. Hundreds of individuals had already gathered at the airport health office to secure their NADRA-integrated vaccination cards before the original deadline.
In a notice issued on September 7, 2026, Border Health Services Pakistan had directed that Hajj and Umrah pilgrims must carry vaccination certificates linked with the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA). The earlier directive required passengers to be vaccinated against polio, meningitis, yellow fever, and influenza.
The department had stated that from September 14, 2026, passengers without NADRA-integrated proof of vaccination would not be permitted to travel. This move was intended to ensure public health and safety during travel.
The extension of the deadline to September 25, 2026, will provide travelers with additional time to complete the vaccination process and obtain the required certificate. This development comes as passengers and pilgrims faced increased demand for vaccination and certificate services ahead of the original deadline.
Sources indicate that the formal notification announcing the extension will be issued shortly. This decision is expected to ease the burden on travelers and ensure a smoother process for those preparing for Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages.
