Your options
| Option | Typical timing | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Extra airline baggage | Travels with you | Often simplest; compare the airline's price first |
| Air courier | About 1 to 2 weeks | Send well before you fly; allow for customs |
| Sea freight | About 2 to 3 months | Only for very early planners with heavy items |
Saudi Arabia has also announced baggage services for pilgrims, where bags are collected before departure and delivered to the hotel. Ask your Hajj provider whether it applies to your group.
Zamzam water
Saudi rules allow each departing pilgrim one sealed 5-litre container of Zamzam. Airlines treat it differently: some carry it free, others count it in your allowance or only take it in the hold. Check your airline before you pack.
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