Pilgrims told to carry extra funds for Iran, Iraq flights
The Ministry of Religious Affairs asked pilgrims to confirm air bookings on routes between Tehran, Mashhad and Najaf and to carry extra funds in case flights are cancelled.
Pakistan's Ministry of Religious Affairs issued a travel advisory for pilgrims flying to or within Iran and Iraq.
Pilgrims should confirm flight bookings well before departure and avoid relying on unconfirmed bookings.
The advisory highlights air travel between Tehran, Mashhad and Najaf.
Pilgrims should carry extra funds for alternative transport or accommodation if flights are cancelled.
Registered group organisers have been told not to rely on unconfirmed flights within Iran.