Emergency Contacts in Saudi Arabia

Before going to Umrah or Hajj, you must first obtain emergency contacts in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in case you encounter any problems or difficulties, you can communicate with them.

Emergency Contacts in Saudi Arabia

Here is a list of all essential emergency contacts in Saudi Arabia, In addition, there are many of them have an app:

Know more about emergency contacts from here

Telephone Code in Saudi Arabia

The Telephone Code Saudi Arabia’s country code is 00966, and there are three mobile network providers in Saudi Arabis, which are:

• STC
• Mobily
• Zain

How to Protect Yourself During Umrah

Here are the most important things you should do in order to protect yourself during Umrah:

• Stay in touch with family and friends at home, and let them know where you are at all times.
• You can carry a basic unlocked cell phone with you for emergencies, and it’s handy to buy a Mecca or Medinah SIM.
• Avoid carrying a lot of cash with you in crowded places or in markets.
• Get the necessary vaccinations such as meningitis, yellow fever, and polio (depending on the country you come from); because people come to Umrah and Hajj from all over the world, you have to protect yourself well.
• When you exit the hotel watch out for pickpockets.
• In hotels keep your valuables in a safe place so you don’t lose them.

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• Carry your prescribed medications and prescriptions with you, in case you can’t find them in Mecca or Medinah.
• Read the fire safety instructions for the hotel or place of residence, or any places you visit, especially how to escape from these places in an emergency.
• Make an identity card for yourself containing your name, passport number, contact information in your country of origin, or Saudi Arabia, contact information for your group leader or someone accompanying you, and notes on illnesses or allergies if any.
• Maintain your safety during Umrah by remaining calm and patient, and adhering to the rules of discipline there.
• Avoid pushing others or walking toward traffic, and stick to the specified paths while performing the rituals of Umrah or Tawaf.

Umrah Essentials

In addition Make sure to pack the Umrah Essentials, for example:

Firstly, Clothing 

Make sure to pack the following:

• Ihram clothes for men, and clothes suitable for Ihram for women.
• Underwear made of cotton.
• Comfortable shoes.
• Dirty clothes bags.
• Comfortable clothes to wear to and from the airport.
• Small waist bag to carry phone, belongings, identification papers, and money.
• Face and body towels, and the number of them according to the period of travel.

Secondly, Self-care and Hygienic 

Don’t forget to pack with you the following self-care and hygienic tools:

• Unscented soap.
• Sunblock.
• Miswak or toothbrush, and toothpaste without fragrance or flavor.
• A razor to exit Ihram state for men, hair clippers for women, and nail clippers to get out of Ihram.

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• Deodorant without perfume.
• Sunglasses.

In conclusion, 

Saudi Arabia is one of the safest countries in the world, especially Mecca and Medinah,

So you don’t have to worry too much or be afraid when you’re in it, but it’s okay to be careful.