🧳 What to Pack for Umrah – 2025 Checklist for USA & Canada Travellers

🧳 What to Pack for Umrah – 2025 Checklist for USA & Canada Travellers

By Express World Travel | www.expressworldtravel.com / WhatsApp: +91-9045468943

✈️ Travelling for Umrah from the USA or Canada?

Packing for Umrah can feel overwhelming β€” especially if it’s your first time. This guide is specially created for North American Muslims who are flying to Saudi Arabia in 2025.

We’ve included everything β€” from Ihram clothing to electronics, medications, and even what to leave behind.

Download or print this and use it while packing. βœ”οΈ


βœ… Section 1: Essential Travel Documents

These should be with you in hand luggage at all times:

  • Passport (valid for at least 6 months)

  • Saudi Visa printout or confirmation

  • Airline tickets & hotel bookings

  • COVID-19 vaccination certificate (if required)

  • Emergency contact numbers

  • Credit card + some cash (USD + SAR)

  • Travel insurance documents

  • Ihram travel guide or app

πŸ’‘ Tip: Use a neck pouch or travel wallet for safety at airports.


πŸ•‹ Section 2: Ihram & Clothing

For Men:

  • 2 sets of Ihram (white towels, no stitches)

  • Sandals/slippers without stitching

  • Ihram belt with secure pouch

  • Comfortable loose pants/shirt for hotel

  • Lightweight jacket (if going Jan–Feb)

For Women:

  • 2–3 abayas (lightweight, breathable fabric)

  • Underscarves & hijab pins

  • Comfortable walking shoes or sandals

  • Modest nightwear (hotel use)

  • Niqab (if worn)


🧴 Section 3: Toiletries (Must be Unscented for Ihram)

  • Toothbrush & toothpaste

  • Soap & shampoo (unscented)

  • Deodorant (unscented roll-on)

  • Face wipes, tissues, hand sanitizer

  • Lip balm & sunscreen (unscented)

  • Small towel & washcloth

πŸ’‘ Tip: Buy Ihram-friendly toiletries before reaching Saudi Arabia.


πŸ’Š Section 4: Medications & First Aid

Bring enough for your full trip β€” pharmacies are available in Makkah/Madinah, but may not stock your brand.

  • Prescription medications (with copy of Rx)

  • Paracetamol / ibuprofen

  • Diarrhea tablets / stomach medicine

  • Band-aids, blister pads, antiseptic

  • Travel sickness tablets

  • Multivitamins or supplements


πŸ”Œ Section 5: Electronics & Accessories

  • Power bank

  • Charging cables

  • Travel adapter (Type G – UK style plug)

  • Mobile phone with international plan / eSIM

  • Quran/Dua app downloaded

  • Noise-cancelling headphones (optional)

  • Compact prayer mat

  • Sunglasses

  • Small day bag for Haram


πŸ› Bonus: Optional Items

  • Lightweight umbrella (for sun or rain)

  • Folding water bottle

  • Reusable shoe bag for masjid

  • Snacks (protein bars, trail mix)

  • Arabic phrasebook or translation app

  • Pen and small notebook for reflections


🧾 Printable Checklist

Want this checklist in PDF format to print or share on WhatsApp?

πŸ“₯ Click here to request your FREE Umrah Packing List PDF

Or WhatsApp: +91-9045468943 and we’ll send it directly.


🚫 What Not to Pack

  • Strong perfumes or scented items (while in Ihram)

  • Expensive jewelry or valuables

  • Large suitcases (space is limited in hotel rooms)

  • Excessive clothing (laundry is available locally)


πŸ“¦ Luggage Tip for USA/Canada Travelers

  • Most airlines allow 2 checked bags + 1 carry-on

  • Keep Ihram clothes in hand luggage if changing mid-flight

  • Use luggage tags with your group name & hotel info


🀝 Travel Prepared with Express World Travel

We specialize in North America-based Umrah pilgrims, providing:

βœ… Step-by-step packing guides
βœ… Visa support for US/Canada residents
βœ… Complete group & private packages
βœ… Airport to Ziyarah assistance
βœ… WhatsApp support before & during your journey


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🌐 www.expressworldtravel.com

πŸ“ž WhatsApp: +91-9045468943
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