Umrah Checklist: Essential Items for a Successful Pilgrimage
Make sure you have all of your travel paperwork arranged and packed before you go for your trip. This includes your passport, visa, and any additional paperwork required. Keep them in a secure location, such as a money belt, to provide easy access when needed.- Passport and its photocopies
- Visa
- Flight tickets
- Vaccination certificates
- Hotel booking confirmation copies
- Receipts of payments made for Umrah
- Passport size photographs
- Relationship certificate (in case, you are traveling with your spouse)
- Saudi Riyals
- Debit/Credit card
- Travel itinerary
- Emergency contact numbers
- SHC Immunization Card
- Printed/written important phone numbers/addresses
Clothing and Accessories: Pick them based on travel time & weather
When packing clothing and accessories, keep the weather and travel duration in mind. Bring clothing that is suited for the temperature and weather conditions at your destination. To protect oneself from the sun, you should pack a scarf, hat, and sunglasses.
Clothing:
- Socks
- Slips or light clothing for wearing under abaya
- Light pyjamas
- lightweight sweaters
- Five to ten light and breathable hijabs
- Hijab undercaps
- Cotton Kameez Salwars (3 pieces)
- Thobe/Jubba with capri style underwear
- Underwear and undershirts (loose)
Accessories:
- Sunglasses and handkerchiefs
- Anti-slip chappals (2-4)
- Anti-slip bathroom chappal
- Hijab pins
- Baend for safekeeping money
- Cotton socks
- Hair accessories
- Blister patches
Prayer Essentials for Umrah: Clothes & Footwear for Key Rituals
Wear white Ihram robes, which are basic and unstitched clothing, for the essential ceremonies of Umrah. You should also pack comfortable shoes because you will be walking and standing a lot during the journey.
- Thobe/Jubba with capri style underwear
- Underwear and undershirts (loose)
- Five to ten light and breathable hijabs
- Hijab undercaps
- Cotton Kameez Salwars (3 pieces)
- Socks
- Slips or light clothing for wearing under abaya
- Light pyjamas
Other things to remember for Umrah:
- Develop a profound understanding and respect for the Prophet Muhammad (s) and his mission for humanity.
- As you embark on this spiritual path, cultivate humility and patience.
- Respect others, do not litter or make loud noises in public places, and avoid pushing your opinions on others. In Allah's abode, everyone is treated like a VIP.
- Be nice and kind to everyone, especially your Hajj group leader and staff. Please and patience should be used in all encounters.
- Reduce your expectations because circumstances outside your tour operator's control may develop.
- Follow Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) sunnah and be consistent in your five daily prayers.
- Read the Quran with comprehension and put its lessons into practice.
- Respectfully interact with people from various backgrounds, avoiding pointless conflicts and quarrels. If you have wounded or offended someone, seek forgiveness.
- If you have any complaints, write a thorough letter to your tour operator with recommendations for improvement.
- Prepare for potential delays and be patient while traveling in Saudi Arabia.
- Perform two rakats of Salaat-al-Tawbah (repentance for previous wrongdoings) and concentrate on doing good throughout your travel.
Umrah Essentials FAQs
What is the process of Umrah?
Umrah consists of numerous procedures, including entering Ihram, performing Tawaf (circumambulation of the Kaaba), and Sa'i (walking between the hills of Safa and Marwa).
How many days does it take to do Umrah?
The time it takes to perform Umrah is determined by your schedule and goals. Some individuals perform the trip in a day or two, while others stay in Makkah for several days or even weeks.
What things are needed for Umrah?
White Ihram clothing, comfortable footwear, travel documents, a basic first-aid pack, self-care supplies, and technology are all required for Umrah.