Guides

Useful Umrah Information

Practical guidance to help you prepare for your journey.

How to Perform Umrah

A friendly, step-by-step walk through ihram, tawaf, sa'i and cutting the hair.

Jabal al-Nour, Cave of Thawr, Masjid Aisha, Mina, Arafat and more.

Masjid an-Nabawi, the Rawdah, Quba, Qiblatain, Uhud and the Seven Mosques.

Spiritual and practical preparation before you travel to the sacred lands.

A simple checklist covering documents, clothing and everyday essentials.

How the Umrah visa process generally works for eligible UK passport holders.

What UK pilgrims usually need to arrange before travelling.

Orientation around the Haram, hotel districts and getting about.

Visiting Masjid an-Nabawi, choosing where to stay and the sites nearby.

How ziyarah usually works and what a typical itinerary includes.

Choosing between Ramadan, school holidays and the quieter cooler months.

Airports, the Haramain high-speed train, coaches and taxis.

A practical packing list for a comfortable journey.

Small courtesies that make the Haram calmer for everyone.