Marco Travel and Tourism Company has announced new strategies to address the rising costs of Umrah and Hajj due to geopolitical conditions in the Middle East. This move comes amid increasing flight and hotel prices resulting from rising fuel costs and the depreciation of the Indonesian rupiah.
Indonesian parliament member Sandi Fitrin Noor announced a reduction of Hajj costs by 2 million rupiah for 2026, reflecting the government's efforts to address global economic challenges.
In an effort to alleviate financial burdens on Indonesian pilgrims, President Joko Widodo announced that any increase in Hajj costs will not be passed on to them. This decision comes amid rising global fuel prices.
The Indonesian Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is studying potential adjustments to the costs of Hajj for 2026 amid rising fuel prices. The government aims to avoid imposing additional burdens on pilgrims, reflecting its commitment to facilitating the Hajj experience.