Complete Guide to Visa Services, Transport,
Umrah Packages, and Hotel Booking

Hajj & Umrah Preparation Checklist

Before your journey begins, use this comprehensive checklist to stay organized:

  • Valid passport (with 6+ months validity)

  • Confirmed visa and flight tickets

  • Ihram clothing (2 white unstitched pieces for men, modest attire for women)

  • Travel insurance and vaccination certificates (e.g., Meningitis)

  • Copies of travel documents and emergency contact info

  • Essential items: toiletries, slippers, prayer mat, power bank, and unscented products

Travel & Arrival Tips

Get prepared before you depart – your journey of a lifetime starts here

  • Arrive at the airport 4–5 hours before departure.

  • Keep your travel documents in a dedicated pouch.

  • Upon arrival in Saudi Arabia, follow the signage for pilgrims and immigration instructions.

  • Wear Comfortable Clothing
  • Stay with Your Group
  • Talbiyaah representatives will be available at designated pickup points to assist you.

During Your Journey

  • Entering Ihram

    Clean yourself (ghusl), trim hair and nails, and declare your niyyah (intention) at the appropriate miqat boundary. Avoid scents, cutting hair, or intimate acts while in Ihram.

  • Performing Tawaf & Sa’i

    Circle the Kaaba seven times (Tawaf), then walk between Safa and Marwa seven times (Sa’i). These are essential pillars of both Hajj and Umrah.

  • Hajj-specific Rituals

    Arafat (9 Dhul-Hijjah): A day of prayer and reflection. Muzdalifah: Evening prayers and stone collection. Stoning at Mina: Symbolic rejection of evil with at least 21 pebbles. Ihram exit: Men shave or trim hair; women cut a small lock.

  • Health & Safety

    Stay hydrated, use sun protection, break-in shoes beforehand, and carry oral rehydration salts. Use masks and sanitizers to prevent respiratory illness.

  • Navigating Crowds

    Maintain patience, stick with your group, and use phones or meeting points to stay connected .

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