Passport

The Hajj authorities will take your passport upon arrival in Saudi Arabia and will return it to you when departing.

Hajj Visa

Maqam Travels provides your visa as part of a 3-in-1 travel document that includes your Hajj visa, train ticket, and air ticket. Keep the printed copy safely with your passport.

Air Ticket / Travel Itinerary

Your air ticket and travel itinerary are provided by Maqam Travels as part of your travel documents. Each pilgrim should still double-check their name, travel dates, passport details, and flight information to make sure there are no errors before travelling.

Vaccination Card / Yellow Book

Pilgrims travelling from Uganda are currently required to have a Yellow Book showing the required vaccines, including Polio, Meningitis, and Influenza.

You can get these from a health centre near you, or Maqam Travels can help you process them at an extra cost.

Identity Card

Maqam Travels provides each pilgrim with an ID card containing our Saudi emergency contact number and a QR code for quick support in case you get lost or need help. In Makkah, Saudi authorities may also provide pilgrims with wristbands and Nusuk ID cards, but you should still keep your Maqam ID card with you at all times.

Money for Personal Use

Carry a reasonable amount of money for personal needs such as food, shopping, laundry, or small services during the journey. Avoid carrying excessive cash, as it may raise questions from airport or security authorities. It is advisable to carry USD, which can easily be exchanged for Saudi Riyals when needed in Saudi Arabia.

Ihram for Men

Male pilgrims should keep their Ihram in hand luggage because they may be required to wear it from Entebbe Airport, before making the intention for Hajj/Umrah at the required point.

Another Ihram can also be purchased in Saudi Arabia if needed.

Comfortable Casual Clothes

• Take comfortable, loose-fitting garments for when you're not in Ihram.
• Take clothes that require little to no ironing, are easily washed, and are appropriate for the journey.
• For men, the Saudi Thobe is decent, loose, and comfortable for daily use in Saudi Arabia.
• For women, the Abaya is the best option.

Undergarments

• Pack enough for the full journey.
• Light, quick-dry options are easier to wash and reuse.

Sleepwear

• Carry light sleepwear for hotel nights.
• Keep it modest and comfortable for shared spaces.

Light Jacket or Sweater

• Airports, buses, and hotel areas can be cold.
• One light layer is enough for most pilgrims.

Socks & Legging for Women

• Useful for comfort and modesty during long movement.
• Pack light pairs that dry quickly.

Scarf/Hijab for Women

• Pack comfortable scarves suitable for heat and prayer.
• Carry an extra one in case it becomes dirty.

Comfortable Prayer Clothes for Women

• Choose light, modest clothing for daily worship.
• Comfort matters because prayer spaces can be crowded.

Comfortable Open Sandals

• Use sandals you have already worn before travel.
• They should be soft, stable, and easy to remove.

Extra Pair of Slippers

• Carry a spare pair in case one gets lost or damaged.
• A simple pair is enough for bathroom or hotel use.

Toothbrush and Toothpaste

• Carry travel-size toothpaste.
• Keep it in your toiletries pouch for easy access.

Bathing Sponge

• Pack a small sponge for daily shower use.
• Keep it dry before packing it back into your bag.

Soap

Hotels usually provide soap, but some pilgrims may not be comfortable with it, and some soaps may not suit their skin.

Wipes / Tissue

• Useful during travel, bus transfers, and crowded days.
• Keep a small pack in your day bag.

Small Towel / Handkerchief

• Useful for heat, sweat, and ablution.
• Choose a small towel that dries quickly.

Vaseline

• Helpful for long walking days.
• Pack a small container to avoid extra weight.

Lip Balm

• Useful in dry weather and air-conditioned spaces.
• Keep it in your small pouch for quick use.

Comb

• Pack a small comb for daily grooming.
• Keep it with your toiletries.

Sanitary Items for Women

• Carry what you personally need for the journey.
• Keep some items in hand luggage and some in the main bag.

Personal Medicine

• Bring enough for the full journey.
• Keep important medicine accessible in your hand luggage.

Pain Relief Tablets Approved for You

• Only carry medication that is safe and approved for you.
• Keep it labelled and in original packaging where possible.

Cough/Flu Medicine

• Useful for weather changes, air conditioning, and travel fatigue.
• Carry only what you normally use safely.

Vitamin C Supplements

• Useful as immunity support during the journey.
• Pack a small amount rather than a large bottle.

Muscle Pain Ointments/Creams

• Helpful after long walks and busy Hajj days.
• Use only products suitable for you.

Face Masks

• Useful in airports, buses, hotels, and crowded areas.
• Carry a few extras in your day bag.

Mobile Phone

• Use it for group communication, hotel details, and travel updates.
• Save important contacts and documents offline.

Mobile Phone Charger

• Pack the charger that matches your phone.
• Keep cables organized in a small pouch.

Power Bank

• Useful during long transfers and days outside the hotel.
• Charge it fully before movement days.

Universal Travel Adapter

• Helps you charge safely in hotels and airports.
• One good adapter is usually enough.

Pocket Qur'an or Qur'an App

• Useful for recitation and reflection during waiting periods.
• Download app content offline before travel if using your phone.

Small Notebook and Pen

• Use it for duas, reminders, and lecture notes.
• Also useful for writing important group information.

Small Prayer Mat

• Useful while travelling, waiting, or praying outside.
• Choose a light foldable mat.

Sunglasses

• Useful for bright sunlight during outdoor movement.
• Choose a comfortable pair that fits securely.

Light Snacks

• Carry small snacks for long waits and transfers.
• Choose items that do not melt or spoil quickly.

Umbrellas

• Useful for protection from the sun during outdoor movement.
• Keep it close on long walking days and gathering points.

Bottle for Hot and Cold Substances

• Helps you carry water or other drinks during movement.
• Useful for staying hydrated in hot conditions.

ID Card with a String

• Helps identify you as part of the Maqam group.
• Wear it during group movements and official coordination points.

Drawstring Bag

• Useful for carrying light daily items without a heavy backpack.
• Keep essentials like wipes, snacks, and small documents inside.

Pebble Bag

• Maqam Travels provides pilgrims with pebble bags to help keep stones organized for the relevant Hajj rites.
• Keep it safe and carry it when needed, as it makes the process easier and more orderly.

Luggage Tags

• Help identify your bags quickly during group travel.
• Add your name and contact details clearly before departure.

Labelled Jilbab

• Helps identify pilgrims as part of the Maqam group.
• Keep it clean and ready for group movement or guided activities.

Ihram (If Paid For)

• Included only for pilgrims who selected and paid for it.
• Confirm your package details with the Maqam team before departure.