To receive a "special discount," pay your Haj expenses in dollars.

 According to APP, an unique 25% quota has also been set aside by the Ministry of Religious Affairs for pilgrims who will deposit their money in US dollars.

The action is being taken as the government struggles to increase its quickly depleting foreign assets. They will receive a special discount if they submit their application costs and other fees in US dollars.

The Haj Policy 2023 draught, which the channel cited, stated that pilgrims would have the choice of selecting the currency they would like to pay with. Under the new Haj regulations, those making payments in USD would not be allowed to vote.