Hajj FAQs
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Shan-e-Haram presents a diverse range of offerings through its Exclusive Hajj Services and Deluxe Hajj Plus International Touring Packages, designed to cater to solo pilgrims as well as families with dependents, including infants, seniors, and individuals with special needs. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, our all-inclusive packages feature nutritious meal plans, secure and convenient transportation, knowledgeable guides, and expert religious consultations to ensure pilgrims perform the Hajj rituals in full accordance with Islamic principles. Furthermore, we provide essential services such as Hajj visa facilitation, flight bookings, and luxurious five-star accommodations. For detailed information about our Executive and Economy Hajj Packages or our Hajj Plus Touring Services, our dedicated support team is available around the clock to assist you.
To apply for a Hajj visa, you must register through the official Hajj portal or coordinate with a licensed Hajj operator in your country. Ensure all documents are prepared, as per the requirements of the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah.
Yes, vaccination is a crucial requirement for Hajj. You must receive vaccinations for meningitis, seasonal influenza, and COVID-19 (as applicable) before traveling. A certificate of vaccination may be required for visa approval.
Yes, you can plan a stopover with an additional cost. Airlines such as Saudi Arabian Airlines, Emirates, Etihad, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Gulf Air offer stopover options in select destinations. However, you must ensure that your Hajj travel plans align with your visa validity and reporting dates.
Families traveling with infants should request a bassinet seat in advance through their travel agent or airline. While the airline will do its best to accommodate such requests, seat allocation is subject to availability.
It is advisable to begin your Hajj planning at least three months before your intended travel date. This allows sufficient time for visa processing, securing accommodations in Makkah and Madinah, booking flights, and fulfilling other formalities.
Hajj is obligatory only once in a lifetime for those who can afford it. Repeated Hajj is permitted, but priority is given to first-time pilgrims. Some countries may also impose restrictions on multiple Hajj applications within a specific period to manage quotas.
Hajj involves a series of sacred rituals performed in and around Mecca over a span of five to six days.
As per the latest Saudi policies, women above a certain age may perform Hajj without a mahram, provided they are part of an organized group. However, it is best to confirm the requirements with your travel operator or the Saudi embassy.
Yes, most Hajj packages include the services of an experienced guide (mutawwif) to assist pilgrims throughout their journey, ensuring adherence to the rituals and offering practical support.
The Ministry of Hajj organizes dedicated buses for pilgrims to travel between key sites, including Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah. Additionally, the Haramain High-Speed Railway connects Makkah and Madinah, offering a fast and comfortable travel option.
The rituals of Hajj hold deep significance as they guide pilgrims into a state of spiritual purity known as “ihram,” symbolizing detachment from material possessions and worldly distractions. By relinquishing worldly comforts, pilgrims are encouraged to focus inwardly, prioritizing their spiritual essence over physical appearance. These rituals also serve as a profound test of patience, resilience, and tolerance, fostering a sense of humility and devotion.
As per both the Saudi government and Sharia law, a woman must travel with a lawful mahram, which is a close male relative i.e. her father, son, brother, grandson, paternal or maternal uncle, grandfather, nephew, father-in-law or son-in-law.
On the 9th of Dhul Hijjah, pilgrims spend the night at Muzdalifah under the open sky. It is a place of reflection and preparation where pilgrims collect pebbles that will later be used for the symbolic stoning of the Jamarat pillars.
There are no specific obligatory supplications required during Tawaf. Pilgrims can recite verses from the Holy Quran, invoke the names of Allah, or make personal supplications in any language. Additionally, there are recommended Duas that can be recited while circumambulating the Holy Kaaba.
Pilgrims are encouraged to pack light but ensure they carry essentials like Ihram clothing, comfortable footwear, a reusable water bottle, personal hygiene items, a prayer mat, and a small first aid kit
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Divided into Exclusive Umrah Services and our Deluxe Umrah Plus International Touring Services, Shan E Haram offers clientele a plethora of options suited to travelling solo or with dependents - be they infants, the elderly or handicapped. Guaranteeing uncompromised quality, our packages are all-encompassing of nutritionally diverse meals, secure transport provisions, well acquainted guides, and religiously vetted consultation for clients unclear about Umrah observances prescribed in Islam. This comes in addition to our delivery of subsidiary services such as Umrah Visa insurance, air tickets, and five star accommodation. For greater clarity on our Executive and Economy Deals governing our Umrah or Umrah plus Tour Services, feel free to contact our holdings operational 24/7.
You can travel independently or as part of a group. However, it’s essential to arrange your visa and accommodation through a trusted agent.
Yes, vaccination is mandatory for Umrah and is part of the overall Umrah and Hajj requirements.
Yes, with an additional payment, you can take advantage of this service through Saudi Arabian Airlines, offering connections to destinations across Africa, the Middle East, the Far East and various countries in Asia. Other airlines, including Emirates, Etihad, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Gulf Air, Egypt Air and Royal Jordanian, also offer stopover and onward travel options. However, if you plan to travel before your Umrah journey, you must enter the Kingdom within one month of the visa issuance date.
Visit the Saudi eVisa Portal at https://visa.visitsaudi.com/ to apply for your e-visa.
If a couple is traveling with a baby, it is recommended to request a bassinet in advance. You can reach out to us for assistance, but please note that we can only make a request with the airline and the seat will be assigned as per availability.
The PDF version of the documents that you require for Umrah is available on our website; kindly download it.
According to the new system, there are no restrictions on how many times you can apply for an Umrah visa. However, you must still meet the requirements set for obtaining the visa.
For visa authorization, visa processing, and the necessary accommodation, flight reservations, and confirmations, minimum of 21 days are required.
A minimum of 21 days is needed to complete visa authorization, processing, and to secure the necessary accommodations, flight bookings and confirmations.
According to the Saudi government and Shariah too, a woman must travel with a lawful mahram (close male relative), i.e., father, son, brother, grandson, maternal or paternal uncle, grandfather, nephew, father-in-law, and son-in-law.
As per both the Saudi government and Sharia law, a woman must travel with a lawful mahram, which is a close male relative i.e. her father, son, brother, grandson, paternal or maternal uncle, grandfather, nephew, father-in-law or son-in-law.
The Saudi Arabian Public Transport Company (SAPTCO) provides a paid air-conditioned coach service between Makkah and Madinah, operating hourly throughout the day. Alternatively, you can hire a taxi or cab. The coach stations are conveniently located within walking distance from the Haram.
Yes, you have the option to hire a guide for your Umrah journey.