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The following items are a MUST:

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• Passport including Visa Documentation

  • Hajj ministry will take your passport upon arrival in Saudi Arabia and will return it to you at the airport when departing. 

• Proof of Vaccination

  • All pilgrims must have a valid certificate of vaccination.

• Money

  • Draw up a budget before departure. Take a good amount of money to cover your personal expenses. You can exchange your money at the airport upon arrival.

• Debit / Credit Card

  • Cards can be used to purchase and to withdraw money from an ATM machine if your money runs out. Be sure to call your banks before hand to activate your card for international use. 

• Emergency Contact Numbers

• Photocopy of Passport

• Masks/Gloves/Hands Sanitizer (due to COVID-19) 

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Below is an additional recommended list of items. Don't feel like you HAVE to take, but they will definitely help. Some items you can find in Makkah/Madinah. 

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Baggage

• Hard-Shell Suitcase with locks, keys and tags​

• Backpack​/Shoe Bag/String Bag​

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Clothing & Accessories

• Garments for Ihrām​

• Clothes (underwear included) 

• Hajj Belt/Waist Pouch

• ​Sandals/Bathroom slippers​

• Universal Travel Adapter.

• Mobile Phone​ and charger

• Portable Charger / Power Bank​

• Multiple plug/ Extension cord​

• Earphone/Headphone

• Sunglasses

• Prayer Mat​

• Hajj / Umrah Guide Book ​

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Toiletries / Hygiene

• Toiletries Bag

• Toothbrush/Toothpaste

• Shampoo/Conditioner/Soap

• Toilet Rolls/Pocket Tissues Wet Wipes,

• Deodorant/Attar

• Nail Cutter/Small scissors (women)

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Medication

• Current/Regular Medication (E.g. Inhaler if you have asthma, insulin if you have diabetes etc)

• Cold & Flu Medication/Pain Reliever tablets, Over the counter medicine (for variety purposes)

• Vaseline/Creams/Lotion/Sunscreen/Ointments 

• Supplement (glucose, rehydration)

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Other Items​

• Pen/Paper/Notebook               

• Duct Tape / Sellotape