General Questions
Umrah may be performed at any time of the year, but Hajj should be performed during the month of Dhu’l-Hijjah every year.
Only Muslims can enter Makkah and perform Umrah.
An adult Muslim of a sane mind, an able body and having means to bear the expenses must perform Hajj once in his/her lifetime. Hajj is not obligatory for children, the sick, and those who cannot bear the costs.
Normally 5 to 6 days, but there are exceptions.
A few hours.
The first thing to do is choose a program that we offer, you can view the programs either on our website, or on our brochure available in our office. Once you choose a program, you may reserve your quota with us after paying full deposit or call Universal Brothers for details.
Once you have made a reservation and paid a deposit per person, if there is any additional information missing, you will be contacted by a sales representative to assist you in the remaining information needed to complete the reservation. After the reservation is complete, you will receive a confirmation via telephone, or email.
You must review all documents and confirmations to make sure there is no mistake in the arrangement made for you. If there are any mistakes please make sure to contact UNIVERSAL BROTHERS as soon as possible so we may be able to correct it. Please note that this does not mean you can make changes in your reservation.
You will need to have your ID card on at all times starting from your departure from PAKISTAN until your departure back from Saudi Arabia. It is very important that you do so, so any Universal Brothers representative can recognize you and can assist you in any needs that you may require. The luggage tags are very valuable so the luggage can be identified throughout the trip.
Universal Brothers provides all the transportation.
It will depend on type of package you choose generally there is a Maximum of six to four people per room at hotel or building in Makkah & Madina.
Call Universal Brothers for details.
It depends on the type Hajj you choose. Call Universal Brothers Hajj for details.
If your child is 10 years or younger she/he does not need the vaccine.
The vaccine is valid for 3 years.
Any Meningitis vaccine is valid. And any other required by K.S.A or W.H.O.
You can find it in any leading pharmacy chain, Universal Brothers Hajj arranges meningitis vaccines for our travelers.
- The essential thing is two or three sets of Ihram. The Ihram consists of two pieces of white plain cloth, either 100% cotton or light terry-cloth. These are cool to wear and also provide for better absorption of the heavy perspiration you will inevitably experience during Hajj.
- Also take with you light and airy clothes for street wear. Take enough clothes to make your stay comfortable, but do not over-burden yourself with unnecessary clothes. Professional laundry facilities are available in Saudi Arabia. If going on Hajj during winter months, take some woolen clothing as the early mornings tend to be cool.
- Take also three or four pairs of rubber slippers for use during Ihram, as well as couple of pairs of comfortable shoes or sandals for walking. Also take two large and two small towels.
- You may also need sleeping bag for bedding, an inflatable pillow and thick sheets.
There are professional laundry services, but not that many coin-operated launderettes. Detergent to wash your light clothing is also available in the local market.
It is very hot during summer months, with temperature reaching upper 40°C (100°F) during day. During winter times the weather is mild, but early mornings and late nights could be cold.
Standard time zone: UCT/GMT + 3 hours. No daylight saving time at the moment.
The Saudi riyal is the official currency of Saudi Arabia. Each riyal is composed of 100 hallalahs. The Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency (SAMA) issues banknotes in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 riyals and coins in denominations of 5, 10, 25, 50 and 100 hallalahs.
The riyal has been fixed against the U.S. dollar since 1986. One riyal equals 0.2267 dollars, and a dollar equals 3.7502 riyals.
There are branches of some big national and international banks in Makkah and Madinah.
In Saudi Arabia the banks are usually open 9.00 am to 12.00 pm and 5.00 pm to 7.00 pm, Saturday to Wednesday. (Thursday mornings only).
Travelers’ checks could be cashed almost anywhere. Since your passport will be taken away for the duration of your stay by the Saudi authorities in Jeddah, the ID card issued by your Tawafa Establishment will be used for check cashing purposes. Make sure you have travelers checks ‘Purchase Receipt’ with you, as without it it will be harder to cash them in.
Health Related Issues
It is the requirement of Saudi Ministry of Health that all visitors should have a valid vaccination certificate against Meningococcal Meningitis The certificate must have been issued not more than three years and not less than 10 days before arrival in Saudi Arabia.
All travelers arriving from countries known to be infected with yellow fever (as shown in the World Health Organization [WHO] Weekly Epidemiological Record) must present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate in accordance with the International Health Regulations.
There are many hospitals which provide free healthcare for pilgrims.
Most over-the-counter medicine is available at pharmacies in Makkah. If you are used to a particular brand of medicine or if you take prescribed medication, it is recommended you take adequate supplies of these.
Disability
The Hajj is physically demanding and should be undertaken only by those who are fit enough to perform the rites. The Holy Quran makes it clear that only those who are physically and financially able are under an obligation to perform Hajj.
That said, there are many disabled Muslims who wish to perform Hajj and, if adequate preparations are made, many can fulfil their wish. Below, we give some guidance but it is imperative that any disabled person thinking of performing Hajj should consult in detail with us before making any bookings.
Airport: There are facilities for the disabled at Jeddah airport.
Transport in the Kingdom: Buses are not equipped to handle wheel-chairs.
Hotels: In general, hotels are not equipped for the disabled, with the exception of some of the top hotels. Again, it is crucial that you check with us before booking, to explain your needs and to ensure they can be met.
Houses: Houses are not generally equipped for the disabled.
Grand Mosque in Makkah: The Grand Mosque is well-equipped for the disabled. It has escalators and ramps to enable wheelchairs to move easily from one level to another. Wheel-chairs are provided free of charge in the Grand Mosque but, if you need to ask someone to push your wheelchair, the pusher will charge for his service.
Ihram
The Ihram garments for men consists of two pieces of white sheet. Wrap the larger sheet around your waist to cover your body from the navel to the ankles. Secure the Ihram either with a belt or by a strip of fabric torn from Ihram material. Drape the other sheet over the back and shoulders and wear a pair of stitched or unstitched sandals or shoes which do not cover the ankles and talus bone and navicular. The head should not be covered, and no underwear should be used. The Ihram should preferably be white.
Women are allowed to make Ihram in any dress they wish which fulfills the Islamic conditions of public dress, regardless of the color. Women’s hands and face should be uncovered in Ihram. Their heads should be covered.
Yes, a Muhrim (someone who is in state of Ihram) must observe certain obligations and prohibitions. These are:
- Keep your head uncovered at all times. Women should keep their heads covered.
- Do not shave, cut your hair, clip your nails, use perfume, or wear sewn clothes of any kind.
- Do not perform marriage or get married yourself.
- Do not kill an animal of any kind for any reason, unless it poses a danger to you and to the others.
- Do not enter into conjugal relations with your spouse. Avoid suggestive and provocative talk or gestures and remain focused on Hajj.
Forbidden Imports
Travelers are not allowed to bring any perishable or un-canned food in large quantities. Travelers must not bring alcohol or drugs into the Kingdom. The punishments are severe and can include capital punishment.
Accommodation in the Holy Places
Your stay in accommodation is arranged by UNIVERSAL BROTHERS. there are different qualities of accommodations, from four star luxurious hotels to rooms through to apartments you share with others. The package you selected will contain details of the hotel/building.
Travel within Saudi Arabia is highly restricted. Pilgrims’ travel will be limited to the cities of Makkah and Madinah, to the tent cities of Mina and Arafat and to Muzdalifah.
Pilgrims can also travel by taxis at an extra cost to them.
The distance between Makkah and Mina is 8 kilometers (5 miles). Depending on traffic it could take anything between 2 to 4 hours. It may be better to walk the distance sometimes.
The distance between Mina and Arafat is 14.4 kilometers (9 miles).
Mina is a well-organized tent city, with sectors and a secure precinct. Each tent can house between 20 to 40 people. Each tent has air conditioning unit and several power points. There are separate cooking areas and there are toilets with showering facilities in each precinct. UNIVERSAL BROTHERS will organize your accommodation in Mina.
Food and Drink
You may either drink bottled mineral water or drink from water fountains available for drinking throughout the holy sites. Use of boiled or sterilized water is not a must. Zamzam water is always safe.
Avoid eating exposed food and meat from the counter. Make sure you eat cooked meat and fish, preferably hot. Cook vegetables and eat peeled fruit. Also always boil the milk.
Mobile Phones
You can use mobile phones to keep in touch with your group and also to phone home. SIM cards, only valid for a month, are available over the counter in most phone shops in Makkah and Madinah. Before leaving, make sure your phone can accept any SIM card, as opposed to being tied to a network.
If you are lost, there are “Pilgrim Assistance Booths” set up all over and they will help you to find your hotel, tents, etc. Make sure you have your ID card and your ID bracelet with you at all times.
It is advisable to agree on a well-known location/landmark to gather in case somebody gets lost
No there are no hidden fees in the packages, Sacrifice and food is not included in the package. Call Universal Brothers For Details.
The packages vary according to the program.
All of the payment should be submitted at the time of booking or before application date closes.
VIP Hajj Packages
Universal Brothers offers VIP Hajj Packages, Executive Hajj Packages, Short Hajj Packages, Long Hajj Packages, Shifting Hajj Packages and Non-Shifting Hajj Packages, including premium 5-star accommodation options.
Our Hajj packages start from PKR 2,635,000 per person, with Qurbani included and international airfare excluded. Final prices depend on the selected package, accommodation, room occupancy, services and applicable Hajj requirements.
Yes. Qurbani is included in the advertised package price, subject to the applicable package terms and Hajj arrangements.
No. The advertised starting package price is without international airfare. Flight tickets can be arranged separately according to the pilgrim’s departure city, airline, routing and travel dates.
In a Non-Shifting Hajj Package, pilgrims generally remain in their selected Makkah accommodation during the relevant Hajj period.
In a Shifting Hajj Package, pilgrims may move between Makkah and Aziziya accommodation according to the package itinerary. This can provide a different balance between Haram proximity and Aziziya-based Hajj services.
Yes. Universal Brothers offers Short Hajj Packages, including 10-day and other short-duration options depending on the annual Hajj program and availability.
Yes. We offer premium 5-star Hajj accommodation options in Makkah and Madinah, including selected properties such as Fairmont Clock Tower, Dar Al Tawhid InterContinental, Swissotel Makkah and other premium hotels, subject to package availability.
Yes. Our premium Hajj arrangements include air-conditioned Mina tents and an air-conditioned Arafat camp, with bathroom facilities and separate arrangements for men and women.
Yes. Private family tent options in Mina are available with selected VIP / Executive packages, subject to the package and operational availability.
Yes. Our Hajj packages include meal services according to the selected package. Full-board meals are provided in Mina, Arafat and Aziziya, while selected Makkah and Madinah hotel packages include half-board arrangements.
Yes. Our Aziziya and Mashaer meal arrangements include Pakistani and continental cuisine, with menus planned according to the package and operational arrangements.
Yes. Transportation is included according to the selected package and itinerary, including transportation between the relevant Hajj locations and accommodation. Private transportation and premium transportation arrangements are available with selected VIP packages.
Yes. Universal Brothers provides pre-Hajj seminars, Manasik-e-Hajj guidance and step-by-step assistance by qualified Molanas / religious scholars throughout the Hajj journey.
Yes. Our Hajj coordinators provide guidance and assistance for Rami / Jamarat according to the operational plan.
Yes. Tawaf-e-Ziyarat assistance is included according to the selected Hajj package and operational arrangements.
Yes. Selected Aziziya packages include shuttle transportation between Aziziya and Haram according to the package schedule.
Yes. Universal Brothers provides local and Pakistani coordinators to assist pilgrims throughout their Hajj journey.
Universal Brothers focuses on personalized, escorted and professionally managed Hajj services, combining premium accommodation, organized transportation, Mashaer services, meal arrangements, religious guidance and experienced coordination to help pilgrims perform their Manasik and Ibadah with greater peace of mind.
Universal Brothers is part of the Maxims Group of Companies. The group is managed by experienced directors, including Mr. Furqan Abdul Kader and Mr. Junaid Abdul Kader, and provides travel, Hajj and Umrah services with a focus on personalized customer service.
Hajj 2027 Packages
Universal Brothers offers a wide range of Hajj 2027 Packages, including VIP Hajj Packages, Executive Hajj Packages, Short Hajj Packages, Long Hajj Packages, 5-Star Hajj Packages, Shifting Hajj Packages and Non-Shifting Hajj Packages. Package durations include 10-day, 14-day, 17-day and other customized options, subject to availability and the applicable Hajj policy.
Universal Brothers Hajj 2027 packages start from PKR 2,635,000 per person. The advertised starting price includes Qurbani and excludes international airfare. The final price depends on the selected package, hotel, room occupancy, duration and included services.
Yes. Qurbani is included in the advertised Universal Brothers Hajj package price, subject to the applicable package terms and official Hajj arrangements.
Yes. Universal Brothers specializes in VIP Hajj and Executive Hajj Packages designed for pilgrims who prefer premium accommodation, organized transportation, comfortable Mina and Arafat facilities, personalized assistance, religious guidance and escorted services throughout the Hajj journey.
A Non-Shifting Hajj Package generally allows pilgrims to stay in their selected Makkah accommodation during the relevant Hajj period, while a Shifting Hajj Package combines Makkah accommodation with Aziziya accommodation according to the selected itinerary.
Shifting packages can provide a combination of convenient Haram accommodation and dedicated Aziziya-based Hajj services.
Universal Brothers offers different 10-day and 14-day Hajj arrangements.
Typical examples include:
10-Day Non-Shifting: 2 nights Madinah + 8 nights Makkah, including Mashaer Hajj days.
14-Day Non-Shifting: 3 nights Madinah + 10 nights Makkah, including Mashaer Hajj days.
10-Day Shifting: 2 nights Madinah + 2 nights Makkah + 6 nights Aziziya, including Mashaer Hajj days.
14-Day Shifting: 3 nights Madinah + 4 nights Makkah + 6 nights Aziziya, including Mashaer Hajj days.
The exact itinerary may vary according to the selected package and final Hajj operational arrangements.
Yes. Universal Brothers offers extended Hajj packages, including a 17-day Hajj Package. A typical arrangement includes approximately 3 nights in Madinah, 3 nights in Makkah and 10 nights in Aziziya, including the Mashaer Hajj days.
Depending on the selected package and availability, Universal Brothers offers premium Makkah hotels including Dar Al Tawhid InterContinental, Fairmont Clock Tower, Swissotel Makkah, Swiss Maqam, Makkah Towers, Pullman ZamZam Makkah and voco by IHG.
Our offered Madinah hotel options include Dar Al Taqwa and Dallah Taibah, subject to package selection and availability.
Yes. Our premium Hajj arrangements include air-conditioned Mina tents and an air-conditioned Arafat camp, with bathroom facilities and separate arrangements for men and women.
Yes. Private family tent options in Mina are available with selected VIP and Executive Hajj Packages, subject to package availability and the applicable Hajj arrangements.
Yes. Meal arrangements are included according to the selected package. Full-board meals are provided in Mina, Arafat and Aziziya, while selected Makkah and Madinah hotel packages include half-board meal arrangements.
Pakistani and continental food options are available according to the package and operational arrangements.
Yes. Transportation is included according to the selected package and itinerary. Our VIP and Executive Hajj arrangements may include private transportation, air-conditioned buses and selected buses with bathroom facilities.
Yes. Universal Brothers provides pre-Hajj seminars, Manasik-e-Hajj guidance and step-by-step religious assistance through qualified Molanas / scholars.
Pilgrims receive guidance throughout the Hajj journey regarding Mina, Arafat, Muzdalifah, Rami/Jamarat, Tawaf and other important Manasik of Hajj.
Yes. Tawaf-e-Ziyarat assistance is included according to the selected package and operational arrangements.
Yes. Selected Aziziya Hajj Packages include shuttle service between Aziziya and Haram according to the package schedule.
Depending on the selected package, Aziziya accommodation may include air-conditioned rooms, attached bathrooms, mini refrigerators, family rooms, separate prayer areas for men and women, buffet meals, Pakistani and continental cuisine, 24-hour hot and cold drinks, fresh fruits, refreshments and shuttle service to Haram.
Selected Aziziya arrangements also provide Hajj guidance and religious Bayans after prayers.
Our selected Mina arrangements are located with convenient access towards Jamarat, allowing pilgrims to reach the Jamarat area conveniently according to the designated routes and Hajj movement arrangements.
Muzdalifah is an open area where pilgrims perform the prescribed Hajj rituals under the applicable Hajj arrangements. Universal Brothers provides appropriate assistance and snack boxes/refreshments according to the operational plan.
Universal Brothers provides personalized and escorted Hajj services, combining premium Makkah and Madinah accommodation, organized transportation, air-conditioned Mina and Arafat facilities, meal services, religious guidance, Qurbani assistance, local coordinators and step-by-step support throughout the Hajj journey.
Our objective is to help pilgrims perform their Manasik-e-Hajj and Ibadah with greater comfort, organization and peace of mind.
Yes. Universal Brothers offers 5-Star and premium Hajj accommodation options in Makkah and Madinah, subject to package selection and availability. These packages are designed for pilgrims seeking premium hotels and enhanced Hajj services.
Hotel selection is available according to the Hajj package category, room type, availability and applicable rates. Pilgrims can select from the hotels offered within the relevant package.
No. The advertised starting package price of PKR 2,635,000 is without international airfare. Air tickets can be arranged separately based on the pilgrim’s departure city, airline, routing and travel dates.
Yes. Universal Brothers offers family Hajj arrangements, including family room options and private family tent arrangements in selected packages, subject to availability and applicable Hajj requirements.
To book a Hajj 2027 package, pilgrims can contact Universal Brothers for package selection, hotel availability, room category, payment requirements, documentation and the applicable Hajj booking process. Our team will guide the pilgrim step by step from booking through the Hajj journey.
