Preparing for Hajj or Umrah involves careful planning. Travel documents, accommodation and logistics are part of the process, but health preparation matters too.
Vaccination is an essential part of readiness for pilgrimage travel. It helps protect you and the people around you and supports a smoother journey by reducing the risk of preventable infection while you are away.
Mediclinic offers vaccination packages for people travelling for Hajj or Umrah. These packages are structured to cover the vaccinations recommended by the UAE and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for pilgrimage travel, delivered through a specialist consultation for clinical guidance. During the consultation, your clinician will review your travel timing, vaccination history and any relevant risk factors, then confirm which vaccines you need and when you should take them. This approach helps ensure you meet the recommended requirements and have enough time for protection to develop before you travel.
Vaccination timing
Vaccinations must be administered at least 10 to 14 days before your travel date. This window helps ensure your body has time to respond to the vaccine and build protection.
Vaccine validity and repeat doses
Meningococcal vaccination is required for individuals aged one year and above travelling for Hajj or Umrah. The Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccine is valid for 5 years and the Meningococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine is valid for 3 years. If you have had a meningococcal vaccination in the past, your clinician will review the type and date to confirm whether you are still covered or require a repeat dose.
Seasonal Influenza vaccination is required for individuals aged six months and above travelling for Hajj or Umrah. It is not required if you have received it within the past 12 months. Your clinician can confirm whether your previous influenza vaccination meets the timing requirement.
Optional vaccination for higher-risk patients
A Pneumococcal Vaccine (PPSV23) may be recommended for higher-risk individuals and those aged 65 and above. This is offered as an optional vaccine, based on clinician judgement and individual risk factors. Your clinician can advise whether this additional protection is appropriate based on your medical history and risk profile.
Vaccination card
Upon completion of the Hajj or Umrah vaccination package, you will be issued a vaccination card as proof of vaccination. This card does not act as a travel certificate.
Packages and prices
Meningococcal Vaccine with specialist consultation
AED 445
Influenza and Meningococcal Vaccines with specialist consultation
AED 500
Influenza Vaccine with specialist consultation
AED 180
Optional Pneumococcal Vaccine only, no consultation
AED 200
Where the packages are available
Dubai: Hajj and Umrah vaccination packages are available across all Dubai facilities.
Abu Dhabi and Al Ain: Umrah vaccination services are offered across all Abu Dhabi and Al Ain facilities.
To book your vaccination package, call 800 2033 or book your specialist consultation via the Mediclinic app.