Umrah Checklist
Before You Start
Umrah visa, entry, health, travel and other requirements can change. Always verify the current requirements that apply to your journey before travelling.
This checklist is intended as a planning aid and should not be treated as a substitute for current official requirements or professional travel advice.
Complete Umrah Checklist
01. Travel Planning
- ☐ Decide your preferred Umrah travel dates
- ☐ Decide how many days you want to stay
- ☐ Decide how many nights you want in Makkah
- ☐ Decide how many nights you want in Madinah
- ☐ Confirm the number of adults travelling
- ☐ Confirm the number of children travelling
- ☐ Consider the requirements of elderly travelers
- ☐ Set an approximate travel budget
- ☐ Decide whether you prefer a ready-made package or customized Umrah
02. Passport & Documents
- ☐ Check passport validity
- ☐ Keep a copy of your passport
- ☐ Keep copies of relevant travel documents
- ☐ Keep your visa documentation accessible
- ☐ Keep flight booking information
- ☐ Keep hotel booking information
- ☐ Keep transportation details
- ☐ Save important travel contacts
- ☐ Keep digital copies of important documents
03. Umrah Visa & Requirements
- ☐ Confirm the applicable visa requirements
- ☐ Complete the required visa process
- ☐ Confirm that your travel documents are in order
- ☐ Check any current entry requirements
- ☐ Check any applicable health requirements
- ☐ Keep your visa information accessible
04. Flights
- ☐ Confirm your departure flight
- ☐ Confirm your return flight
- ☐ Check departure and arrival times
- ☐ Check baggage allowance
- ☐ Check transit or connection requirements if applicable
- ☐ Save your flight booking confirmation
- ☐ Check the airport you will arrive at in Saudi Arabia
05. Makkah Accommodation
- ☐ Confirm your Makkah hotel
- ☐ Confirm the number of nights
- ☐ Confirm room type
- ☐ Confirm room occupancy
- ☐ Check the hotel's practical location
- ☐ Save the hotel booking confirmation
- ☐ Confirm check-in and check-out information
06. Madinah Accommodation
- ☐ Confirm your Madinah hotel
- ☐ Confirm the number of nights
- ☐ Confirm room type
- ☐ Confirm room occupancy
- ☐ Consider accessibility and location
- ☐ Save the hotel booking confirmation
- ☐ Confirm check-in and check-out information
07. Transportation
- ☐ Confirm airport transfer arrangements
- ☐ Confirm Makkah transportation
- ☐ Confirm Makkah–Madinah transfer if applicable
- ☐ Confirm Madinah transportation if required
- ☐ Confirm return airport transfer if applicable
- ☐ Provide passenger and luggage information
- ☐ Tell your travel provider about elderly travelers or special requirements
08. Money & Payments
- ☐ Plan your travel budget
- ☐ Keep appropriate payment methods available
- ☐ Keep emergency funds accessible
- ☐ Keep important payment information secure
- ☐ Keep copies of booking/payment confirmations
09. Mobile & Communication
- ☐ Check your mobile roaming arrangements
- ☐ Consider your Saudi mobile/SIM requirements
- ☐ Save your travel agency contact information
- ☐ Save hotel contact details
- ☐ Keep important booking information available offline
10. Packing
- ☐ Comfortable clothing
- ☐ Comfortable footwear
- ☐ Personal hygiene items
- ☐ Required personal medicines/items
- ☐ Phone charger
- ☐ Power bank where permitted
- ☐ Travel adapters if required
- ☐ Small travel bag for essential items
- ☐ Copies of important documents
11. Family & Elderly Travelers
- ☐ Confirm suitable room occupancy
- ☐ Consider accessibility requirements
- ☐ Plan transportation according to group needs
- ☐ Keep essential items easily accessible
- ☐ Share important requirements with your travel provider before departure
12. Before Leaving Home
- ☐ Confirm passport and visa documents
- ☐ Confirm flight schedule
- ☐ Confirm hotel bookings
- ☐ Confirm transportation
- ☐ Check your luggage
- ☐ Charge your phone and power bank
- ☐ Save important contacts
- ☐ Keep travel documents accessible
- ☐ Review your complete itinerary
Final Umrah Travel Check
Documents
Passport, visa and important travel documents are ready.
Flights
Departure and return flight details are confirmed.
Hotels
Makkah and Madinah accommodation is confirmed where applicable.
Transport
Required transportation arrangements are confirmed.
Contacts
Important travel and emergency contact information is accessible.
Packing
Your essential travel items are packed and ready.
Umrah Checklist FAQs
What should I prepare before Umrah?
Start with your passport and applicable visa requirements, flights, accommodation, transportation, budget and essential travel items.
How early should I start planning Umrah?
Planning earlier can give you more time to consider different travel and accommodation options. The ideal timing depends on your travel dates and availability.
What documents should I take for Umrah?
Carry your passport, applicable visa documentation, booking confirmations and other documents required for your particular journey.
What should I pack for Umrah?
Pack appropriate clothing, comfortable footwear, personal items, required medicines/items, chargers and copies of important documents.
Should I make transportation arrangements before travelling?
Yes. Understanding your airport, hotel and intercity transportation arrangements before departure can make your journey easier to manage.
Can Yamama help me plan my complete Umrah?
Yes. You can explore our ready-made packages or request a customized Umrah arrangement based on your requirements.