THE URGENCY OF GUIDANCE FEES IN HAJJ GUIDANCE GROUPS (KBIHU)

Abstract

The Hajj pilgrimage is one of the pillars of Islam that must be carried out by Muslims who are physically and financially capable. In Indonesia, the implementation of Hajj rituals is supported by various institutions, including the Hajj and Umrah Guidance Groups (Kelompok Bimbingan Ibadah Haji dan Umrah/KBIHU). These institutions provide guidance and mentoring to prospective pilgrims before and during the pilgrimage process. However, the implementation of guidance programs requires operational funding, which is generally obtained from guidance fees paid by pilgrims. This study aims to analyze the urgency of guidance fees in KBIHU and how these fees contribute to improving the quality of Hajj guidance services. The research uses a qualitative descriptive approach by analyzing literature related to Hajj management, Islamic pilgrimage services, and institutional management. The results show that guidance fees are essential for supporting operational costs, improving the quality of training programs, providing professional mentors, and ensuring the effectiveness of the guidance process. Therefore, the existence of guidance fees is considered an important element in maintaining the sustainability and quality of services provided by KBIHU.