Umrah Prep Checklist
Tick off documents, ihram, packing and health items as you go. Your progress is saved on this device, so you can come back any time before your trip.
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How to Perform Umrah, Step by Step
A short overview to read before you travel. For detailed rulings, follow your scholar or group guide.
Ihram at the Miqat
Bathe, men put on the two white sheets, women wear plain modest clothing. Make the intention before crossing the Miqat and begin the Talbiyah. Flying into Jeddah, this happens on the plane.
Tawaf
Circle the Kaaba seven times, starting and ending at the Black Stone line, keeping the Kaaba on your left. Then pray two rak’ahs if you can find space.
Sa’i
Walk seven times between Safa and Marwah, starting at Safa and ending at Marwah. Men jog lightly between the green lights.
Halq or Taqsir
Men shave the head or trim the hair evenly. Women trim a fingertip length from the end of the hair. Your Umrah is then complete.
لَبَّيْكَ اللَّهُمَّ عُمْرَةً
Labbayka Allahumma Umrah: “Here I am, O Allah, for Umrah.”
Getting Around Makkah, Madinah and Jeddah
Jeddah Airport to Makkah
Arriving in ihram after a long flight? A pre-booked car waits at arrivals, takes your luggage and drives you straight to your hotel.
See airport fares →Makkah to Madinah
Travel between the two holy cities in a private car with room for family and bags, stopping when you need to.
See intercity fares →Ziyarat Tours
Visit Quba, Uhud, Jabal al-Nour and other historic sites at your own pace with a private driver.
See Ziyarat tours →Questions Pilgrims Ask Most
Can I put on ihram at Jeddah airport?
If you are flying to Jeddah and going straight to Makkah for Umrah, enter ihram before the plane crosses the Miqat. Jeddah airport is inside the Miqat boundary. Many pilgrims change at home or during a stopover and make the intention on board when the Miqat is announced.
Can I rest at my hotel before performing Umrah?
Yes. You can rest after arriving, as long as you stay in ihram and avoid its prohibitions until your Umrah is complete.
How many ihram sets should men pack?
Two sets is common, so one can be washed while you wear the other. Add a belt or pins and unscented soap.
What should women wear for Umrah?
Any plain, loose, modest clothing that is not see-through. There is no required colour. Women do not cover the face with a niqab or wear gloves while in ihram.
What if a woman’s period starts during Umrah?
She can still enter ihram but waits until she is pure before Tawaf. Some women make a conditional intention at the Miqat. Ask a scholar about your own situation.
How do I book a Rawdah visit in Madinah?
Rawdah visits need a free permit booked through the official Nusuk app. Slots fill quickly, so check the app often and never pay anyone for a permit.
Which apps should I download before Umrah?
The official Nusuk app for permits, a maps app with your hotel saved offline, a prayer times and Qibla app, and WhatsApp to reach your driver and family.
Should I carry cash or cards?
Carry both. Cards are widely accepted, but keep small riyal notes for small shops, tips and barbers.
What plug adapter do I need in Saudi Arabia?
Most sockets take the three-pin UK-style plug (Type G). A universal adapter covers most hotels.
How much walking is involved?
Many pilgrims walk 15,000 to 20,000 steps a day. Start walking daily a few weeks before you travel and bring broken-in sandals.
Can elderly parents perform Tawaf in a wheelchair?
Yes. Wheelchairs are available at the Haram, and Tawaf and Sa’i in a wheelchair are valid. Book a car to the nearest gate to save their energy.
How do I avoid the heat?
In the hot months, perform Tawaf and Sa’i late at night or before Fajr, drink water and electrolytes, and use an umbrella and unscented sunscreen.
General guidance only. Entry, visa and health rules change, so check official Saudi sources before you travel.
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