A first-time pilgrim's checklist: what to pack, what to skip

Packing for Hajj is the most-asked question by Bangladeshi pilgrims every year. This is our vetted list after ten Hajj seasons. What to bring: - Two (or four) Ihram sets — cotton, medium-weight, pre-washed - Adherent shoes that match no other garment - A compact medical kit (paracetamol, ORS, loperamide, antihistamine, your prescription meds in original boxes) - A 2,000–5,000 mAh power bank for your phone — your phone IS your boarding pass, your wallet, your map - Sunglasses, unscented deodorant, unscented soap (scented products invalidate Ihram) What to skip: - New shoes — break them in at home first - Bulk toiletries — hotel brands are vetted - A suitcase that locks only one way (Haram boundary adds thousands of steps) A final reminder: pack light, label everything, and split your documents across two bags in case one is delayed.