Umrah Packing List
Complete Guide

Umrah Packing List The Essentials

Documents (carry in hand luggage never checked bag)

• Original passport
• Printed Umrah visa (do not rely on digital only)
• Vaccination certificates (Meningococcal + Polio)
• Hotel booking confirmation (both Makkah and Madina)
• Travel insurance documents
• Emergency contact list and our office numbers

Ihram (Males)

• 2 sets of Ihram cloth (Izar + Rida) bring from Pakistan or buy in Makkah
• Unstitched sandals (toe and heel covered is preferred by some scholars; check with your own)
• Ihram belt (for carrying small items while in Ihram)

Clothing

• Comfortable walking shoes you will walk 5 10km daily on marble
• Loose, modest clothing suitable for mosque entry
• Light jacket or shawl Haram is air-conditioned and can be cold
• Compression socks highly recommended for long standing and walking periods
• Extra prayer cap (topi) for males

Health and Medicine

• Any prescription medications carry with original prescription
• Paracetamol, ORS (oral rehydration salts), anti-diarrhoeal tablets
• Hand sanitiser Haram is crowded
• Blister plasters essential for first-timers walking on marble
• Basic first aid kit
• Sunscreen for outdoor Ziyarat visits

Electronics

• Phone with NUSUK app installed and account set up before departure
• Saudi Arabia plug adaptor (Type G same as Pakistan, so no adaptor needed)
• Portable power bank phone battery drains fast with GPS and map use in Haram
• Earphones for Quran and duas

What NOT to Bring

• Alcohol or pork products strictly prohibited in Saudi Arabia
• Large amounts of Pakistani currency use SAR or credit/debit cards
• Excessive luggage Haram is crowded and luggage storage at hotels is limited
• Valuables beyond what is needed keep your best jewellery at home

Currency and Money in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi Riyal (SAR) is the local currency. As of 2026, 1 SAR ≈ PKR 75 80. Carry some SAR cash for smaller vendors many do accept cards but cash is preferred in markets near Haram. Your Pakistani bank debit card works at Saudi ATMs (check international withdrawal fees with your bank). Notify your bank before travel to avoid cards being blocked.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most important thing to pack for Umrah?

Your original passport and vaccination certificates are the most critical items without them, you cannot board your flight or clear Saudi immigration. After documents, comfortable walking shoes are the most practically important item. You will walk on marble floors for several kilometres daily.

Can I buy Ihram in Pakistan or should I wait until Makkah?

Ihram cloth is widely available in both Pakistan and Makkah. Buying in Pakistan (from Islamic goods stores or markets) is typically cheaper. Makkah shops near Haram sell Ihram at premium prices due to demand. Bring 2 sets one to wear during rituals, one spare.

What currency should I use in Saudi Arabia for Umrah?

Saudi Riyal (SAR) is the local currency. Exchange PKR to SAR before travel or at Jeddah airport. Most large Haram-area restaurants and hotels accept cards, but smaller vendors and market stalls prefer cash. Keep PKR 15,000 20,000 worth of SAR cash accessible at all times.