ISLAMABAD, Dec 16: Last date for receipt of applications under Open Haj scheme has been extended up to Dec 22 for the convenience of the intending pilgrims, a religious affairs ministry spokesman said Sunday.

However, he said those desirous would be allowed to submit their applications with a late fee of Rs5,000 till Dec 31 and with a late of Rs10,000 till Jan 31.

The spokesman said incomplete Haj application forms or those without the requisite documents in original would not be entertained. The requisite documents included: Haj form (available from Haj directorates), International passport, International ticket, certificate of residence in Makkah Mukarrama duly attested by the Directorate of South Asia or Saudi Arabian Commerce Ministry besides two drafts to meet Muallim fee, charges for transportation and tentage accommodation. —APP