Umrah Preparation

Umrah means “a visit to a populated place”. Some people called Umrah a lesser pilgrimage than Hajj and it is not obligatory in Islam but it is highly recommended. Umrah is a beautiful journey in every Muslims life and people anxiously waiting for this day. A successful Umrah requires some planning and preparation. So few things need to know before leaving for Umrah.

How to choose a Travel Agent?

First ask those who are done their religious journey Umrah. Ask them about their experience with their travel agent. The services that they provided in the Umrah Packages. Consult many travel companies, travel agents and check their Umrah Packages, the services that they provided. 

Ask them the hotel details and check them on their own on the internet whether the hotels are close to Harmain Shareefain. Beware of fraud travel agents who tell you the best Umrah packages but when you arrived here no facility is provided and at the airport, you wait for many hours for the travel agent. 

So always choose the best travel agent or travel company for hassle-free traveling. 

What documents are required for Umrah?

For Umrah following documents are required for Umrah Visa. Umrah Visa is valid for 30 days. Umrah Visa requirements are listed below:

·         Original Passport

·         CNIC Scan Copy

·         02 Photos with Blue Background

·         Bio metric Slip

Health and Medication

Traveling across the world carries certain health risks. It depends on the weather, temperature and the month in which you travel. If you are travel in the hottest months like June, July, August, September, and October the climate of Makkah and Madina is very hot. Pilgrims had to face many problems like heat exhaustion, dehydration, constipation, diarrhea, food poising, and skin problems. 

To avoid these problems, take proper vaccination before leaving for Umrah. Bring some tablets and pack in your hand carry. 

Physical Fitness

In Umrah a lot of physical exertion is required so it is necessary to be fit physically and mentally. If your hotel is not close to Harmain Shareefain and you have to walk so many kilometers, then you have the ability to walk. In Tawaf and Sayee pilgrims will have to walk or run so if a person is physically stable then he is performing all the rituals. Wear comfortable shoes during the entire Umrah so you don’t get tired and feel uncomfortable. 

Baggage

In your suitcase or luggage pack the right things, not extra things. When returning from Makkah checks the weight of your luggage so you don’t have to pay an extra fee for your luggage. Different airlines like British Airways, Pakistan International Airline (PIA), Oman Air, Saudi Arabian airline, Turkish airline, Qatar Airways, and many other airlines have different baggage allowance. 

Money

Money is the important thing in the Umrah journey. Convert money into Saudi Riyal before leaving for Umrah. Take some extra money or bring a credit card with yourself. Beware of the thieves and pickpockets. Money exchanger is also available in Makkah and Madina.

Ihram

Ihram is necessary for Umrah and Hajj. Buying Ihram from the good shop. Read the rules of how to wear Ihram, things that are prohibited in Ihram. Some people take proper training for Umrah where they guide you on how to perform Umrah step by step. 

This blog will help you and guide you for Umrah. Plan the holy journey and keep in mind these things so you don’t face any inconvenience or problem.