Bangladesh, Nov. 10 -- Bangladesh Bank (BB) has directed all authorised dealer banks to facilitate the transfer of funds for expenses related to the Saudi phase of the 2027 Hajj through designated International Bank Account Number (IBAN) accounts in Saudi Arabia.

Advertisement The central bank's Foreign Exchange Policy Department (FEPD-1) issued a circular on Tuesday, conveying instructions from the Ministry of Religious Affairs to ensure smooth management of the upcoming Hajj.

Under the directive, expenses for pilgrims registered under both government and private management for the Saudi phase must be remitted through designated bank accounts operated by the Ministry of Religious Affairs at Sonali Bank's Local Office and Ramna Corpora...