Good umrah preparation makes the pilgrimage feel much calmer. Many pilgrims only realise a document is missing when departure is close, yet most umrah preparation can be done well in advance. This article sums up what you need to prepare, from passport and vaccines to what goes in your suitcase, based on the requirements we use for our regular umrah programme.

Documents you must have for umrah

Documents are the part of umrah preparation that most often causes last-minute panic. For our programme, we ask for:

  • A passport valid for at least 12 months before the departure date.
  • A name of at least two words in the passport, for example Ahmad Abyan.
  • Two 4 x 6 colour passport photos with a white background, the face filling about 80 percent of the frame.
  • Copies of your ID card (KTP), family card (Kartu Keluarga) and, for married couples, your marriage certificate.

If the name in your passport is still a single word, arrange to add a name at the immigration office as soon as possible, because it takes time. Check your passport's expiry date now too, rather than waiting until you register.

Vaccines and health before you go

Pilgrims need meningitis and polio vaccinations, with proof on an ICV or e-ICV. Get vaccinated at an approved health facility and keep the certificate with your passport. Saudi health rules can change, so always ask our team for the latest requirements before you register.

As well as vaccines, talk to your doctor about your health, especially if you have a pre-existing condition. Worship and visits involve a lot of walking, so regular walking practice in the weeks before departure helps a great deal.

Payments and the final payment date

On our regular umrah programme, registration comes with a non-refundable booking fee of IDR 1,000,000 per person, followed by a down payment of IDR 10,000,000 per person. Full payment is due no later than one month before departure. Noting these dates from the start helps you avoid a cancellation because of a late payment.

Prices, room options and the cancellation policy for the next departure are on the Regular Umrah 18 December 2026 package page, together with the full day-by-day itinerary file.

What to pack

The umrah kit, manasik (pre-departure training) and handling are already included in our programme. On top of that, pack these personal items for a more comfortable trip:

  • Ihram garments for men and modest clothing for women, plus several changes of clothes.
  • Comfortable sandals or shoes that are already worn in, not newly bought.
  • Personal medicines with your doctor's prescription, and vitamins.
  • A water bottle, a small bag for your sandals when entering the mosque, and face masks.
  • A light warm layer, because nights can feel cool in some seasons.

Pack only what you need. Zamzam water and souvenirs add weight on the way home, and excess baggage fees are not included in the package price.

What a 9-day umrah trip looks like

Knowing the flow of the trip makes umrah preparation more focused. On our regular programme, pilgrims fly to Jeddah, then go to Madinah for three nights of worship at the Prophet's Mosque and visits to Mount Uhud, Quba Mosque and Qiblatain Mosque. On day four, pilgrims travel to Makkah by high-speed train, take the miqat at Bir Ali and perform umrah on arrival in Makkah.

The following days are spent in worship at Masjidil Haram, visiting places in Makkah such as Jabal Rahmah and the Al-Wahyu Museum, and on a city tour to Taif. The trip ends with the farewell tawaf before returning to Jeddah and flying home to Jakarta.

Quick checklist before you leave

  • Passport, ICV or e-ICV and document copies kept together in one waterproof folder.
  • Proof of full payment and our team's emergency contact saved on your phone.
  • Suitcases with name tags and within the airline's weight limit.
  • Personal medicines in your cabin bag, not your checked luggage.
  • Enough cash for personal needs and charity.

Manasik and preparing your heart

Take the manasik seriously so you understand the order of worship before you reach the Holy Land. Throughout the trip, pilgrims are accompanied by an Indonesian-speaking mutawif who guides worship and visits. Umrah preparation is not only about documents and suitcases, but also about your intention and readiness of heart.

Have a question about documents or schedules? Contact our team through the contact page or the WhatsApp button on this site, and we will help you check everything one by one.