Hajj Preparation List
Prepare for Hajj in stages: register early on the Hajj portal, settle debts and write a will, build walking fitness over several months, attend the official training, take the ACWY vaccine, learn the rites and duas, and pack light for the tents of Mina and Arafah, where you carry everything yourself.
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Timeline
| When | What |
|---|---|
| A year or more ahead | Pre-register; plan finances; make sure your passport is valid |
| 3–6 months | Complete registration; walk 5 km a day to build fitness; settle debts and write a will |
| 1–2 months | Official training; vaccinations; learn the rites |
| 2 weeks | Pack; print documents; brief your family |
Packing for Mina and Arafah
- A small backpack, a light sleeping mat, a pebble pouch, an umbrella against the sun
- Unscented toiletries, medicines, ORS, a power bank
- Two ihram sets (men), comfortable sandals
More guides
- Hajj registration
- Vaccination
Ready to go? See our Hajj packages.
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