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Packing checklist
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What to pack for Umrah and Hajj
A short list of what pilgrims need, grouped by kind. Tick off what you have packed.
Documents
Passport, valid at least 6 more months
Visa and Nusuk permit (printed and on your phone)
Vaccination certificates (the meningitis vaccine is required for Hajj and Umrah)
Photocopies of passport and visa, kept separately
Hotel address in Arabic
Travel or health insurance
Group leader and embassy phone numbers
Ihram and clothing
Two sets of ihram sheets (men)
Ihram belt with a pocket
Comfortable sandals, plus a spare pair
Loose, light, modest clothes (women)
Small bag for your shoes in the mosque
Health and heat
Your regular medicines and prescriptions
Light umbrella for the sun
Refillable water bottle
Oral rehydration salts
Blister plasters and Vaseline for chafing
Face masks for crowds
Unscented soap and lotion for ihram
Money and phone
Some cash in Saudi riyals
Bank card that works abroad
Saudi SIM or eSIM with data
Power bank and charging cable
Nusuk and Tawakkalna installed and signed in
Extra for Hajj days
Small backpack for Mina, Arafah and Muzdalifah
Small pouch for pebbles
Light mat or sheet for Muzdalifah
Dates and light snacks
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