Hajj Checklist & Packing Guide

Hajj or Umrah for a Muslim means preparing oneself spiritually, physically and practically. While spiritual preparations depend from individual to individual, a complete checklist of things to carry on Hajj or Umrah can make your practical preparations easier.

Here’s a quick look at what all should make it to your Hajj/Umrah checklist:

• Vital documents and its copies are of utmost importance. These include:

• Passport (and its photocopies)
• Flight tickets
• Identity Proofs (and its photocopies)
• Certificates of vaccinations done
• Hotel booking vouchers
• Transport vouchers
• Receipts of payments made for Hajj/Umrah
• Relationship certificate if travelling with a companion
• Passport size photographs.

• Hajj Umrah ForexPlus Card, which is a safe & convenient way to carry money. You may carry some cash as well, but ensure it isn’t a large sum for safety reasons.
• Unlocked mobile phone. You can buy a SIM card for it in Mecca or Medina.
• Medical prescriptions and medicines. Ensure you carry your medications, particularly if you’re on treatment. A prescription for these medicines is a must, to avoid hassles at the airport.
• Self-made identification card to carry during the rituals, with the following details –

• Complete name
• Passport number
• Contact information in Mecca, Medina and your country
• Hotel details
• Cluster head’s contact information
• Diseases and/or allergies, if any.

• Comfortable & light clothing.

• First Aid Kit. This should include:

• Anti-biotics
• Cold and cough medicine
• Painkillers
• Bandages + plasters
• Cotton
• Antiseptic cream
• Anti-allergy

• Waist belt/small bag.
• Hajj neck bag.
• Ihram Belt.
• Reusable water bottles.
• Rehydrating salts.
• Healthy snacks.
• Self-care essentials. These may include:

• Umbrella
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Unscented wipes and soaps
• Nail clippers
• A small pair of scissors
• Toothbrush, toothpaste
• Power banks.
• Phone chargers.
• Notebook and pens.
• Travel sized prayer mat.
• An old phone as a

If you are carrying a smartphone, it may help to have some Islamic and travel apps for further guidance.

A checklist for Hajj/Umrah makes packing a lot smoother, especially if it is for the journey of a lifetime!

Read these safety tips before travelling on your Hajj Umrah trip now!

If you are looking to apply for an HDFC Bank Hajj Umrah ForexPlus Card, click here to get started!

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