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Planning & Preparation

Practical guidance for documents, health, packing, money and the conversations to have before you travel.

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Preparation essentials

Planning & Preparation / Preparation essentialsStart with the authorised routeConfirm the official Hajj booking and authorisation route for your nationality and country of residence before paying for travel. Ask who is responsible for you...Read guide Planning & Preparation / Preparation essentialsDocuments and travel recordsCheck your passport validity and the name, date of birth and passport number shown on every booking. Save your authorised Hajj documents, flight details, hotel...Read guide Planning & Preparation / Preparation essentialsHealth and walking preparationHajj can involve long walks, heat and crowded spaces. Discuss ongoing conditions, medication, vaccinations and mobility needs with a qualified clinician well ah...Read guide Planning & Preparation / Preparation essentialsIhram and personal packingLearn where your journey requires you to enter Ihram and what restrictions apply. Pack suitable clothing, comfortable footwear, unscented essentials where neede...Read guide Planning & Preparation / Preparation essentialsMoney, connectivity and contactsPlan how you will pay for personal expenses and keep a backup payment method. Check mobile roaming or a local SIM option. Share your itinerary and emergency con...Read guide Planning & Preparation / Preparation essentialsBefore you leave homeReconfirm flights, transfers, meeting points, hotel names, room arrangements and the itinerary for Makkah, Mina, Arafat and Madinah. Ask what happens if a fligh...Read guide