Hajj & Umrah Vaccinations | TravelSafe Edinburgh

Each year, millions of pilgrims travel to Mecca and Medina for Hajj and Umrah. Due to the close contact, shared accommodation, and extreme heat, vaccination requirements are strictly enforced by the Saudi Arabia Ministry of Health.

At TravelSafe, we provide all required and recommended pilgrimage vaccines, certification, and clear guidance: so you can travel with confidence.

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Saudi Arabia Entry Requirements


  • These requirements mean you may not be granted entry if you don’t meet them.

    For Saudi Arabia in 2026, the Official Requirements are:

    • Yellow Fever if you meet the following criteria:

    • Meningococcal quadrivalent vaccine (A, C, W, Y) is a visa requirement for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims and seasonal workers if you meet the following criteria:

      • aged 1 year or over

      • the vaccine must be given at least 10 days prior to arrival in Saudi Arabia, or the certificate will not be considered valid

      • the certificate must not be older than 5 years

  • Official guidelines suggest that all travellers shuld be up-to-date with the following vaccines:

    • Diphtheria/Tetanus/Poliomyelitis booster

    • Measles/Mumps/Rubella full vaccination

  • Most travellers are recommended to be up-to-date on the following vaccines:

    • Tetanus

    We also recommend most travlleres are vaccinated for:

    • Influenza

    • COVID-19

  • Some travellers, depending on their history, itinerary and health risks, are also recommended to receive:

    • Hepatitis A

    • Typhoid

    • Dengue

    • Hepatitis B

    • Rabies

How the TravelSafe Service Works


  1. Book Your Consultation

    Choose a date and time that suits you. You’ll be asked to complete your information and indicate which vaccines you’re interested in receiving.

    When you book, you’ll pay a deposit for your appointment time. This is non-refundable. You can bring up to 1 other person with you for your appointment.

  2. Attend For Vaccines

    Visit us in-clinic to be vaccinated. You’ll need to bring any health documents relating to travel that you have, as well as your passport.

  3. Receive Your Certificate

    Receive your pdf certificate from us by email.

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