MADINAH – As Hajj 2026 progresses, Indonesian pilgrims are being strongly urged to pay their dam (ritual penalty or sacrificial obligation) only through official government-approved channels to ensure compliance with Islamic law, Saudi regulations, and financial transparency.

The Indonesian Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has confirmed that the safest and most accountable payment method is through the official Adahi Project, which is integrated with the Nusuk Masar platform under Saudi Arabia’s authorized system. This year, the dam payment cost is set at 720 Saudi Riyals per pilgrim.

“This scheme was chosen to ensure dam implementation is sharia-compliant, administratively orderly, safe, and accountable," the Ministry spokesperson Maria Assegaf said (15/5/2026).

So far, more than 34,000 Indonesian pilgrims have successfully paid their dam through this official mechanism, showing growing awareness of the importance of secure payment systems during Hajj 2026. The system is designed to reduce fraud risks, eliminate unauthorized brokers, and guarantee that sacrificial rites are properly administered.

Step-by-Step Guide to Paying Dam During Hajj 2026

1. Use the Official Nusuk Masar–Adahi System

Pilgrims performing Hajj Tamattu’ or Qiran, which generally require dam, should complete payment through authorized officers connected to Nusuk Masar and Adahi.

2. Coordinate with Your Hajj Group Officers

Each pilgrimage group (kloter) officer helps coordinate payment, ensuring every pilgrim’s transaction is recorded properly and officially.

3. Complete Verification and Payment

For elderly pilgrims, disabled worshippers, or those with health concerns, Saudi-appointed Adahi officers may visit hotels directly to facilitate easier payment.

4. Receive Official Proof of Payment

After payment, pilgrims are issued formal documentation confirming that their dam has been processed legally.

Avoid Unofficial Channels

The government has warned pilgrims not to:

• Purchase sacrificial animals independently from local markets
• Use unauthorized brokers or third parties
• Pay through informal or suspicious services

Such unofficial routes may expose pilgrims to scams and could jeopardize the religious validity of the dam process.

Alternative Dam Fulfillment Options

Indonesia also respects differing Islamic jurisprudential opinions. Pilgrims who believe dam can be fulfilled in Indonesia may choose domestic authorized institutions such as:

• BAZNAS
• Licensed zakat institutions
• Islamic organizations
• Official Hajj guidance groups

This flexibility allows worshippers to follow their preferred fiqh interpretations while still maintaining legal and religious standards.

Why Official Payment Matters for Hajj 2026

Paying through official systems ensures:

• Sharia compliance
• Financial transparency
• Protection from fraud
• Saudi regulatory compliance
• Proper distribution of sacrificial meat

For Indonesian pilgrims, following official dam procedures is now considered one of the most secure ways to fulfill this important Hajj obligation while focusing on worship with peace of mind.

As Hajj 2026 continues, authorities are emphasizing that proper dam payment is not only a religious duty but also a matter of safety, accountability, and trust.. (*)