Check, What Needs to Be Prepared for the 2026 Hajj Journey

RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta - The pilgrimage (Hajj) is one of the pillars of Islam that must be performed once in a lifetime by Muslims who are physically and financially capable. To ensure that the pilgrimage runs smoothly, solemnly, and in accordance with Islamic law, thorough preparation before departure is essential. Here is a complete guide to the preparations that must be undertaken by the pilgrims.

Here, Voice of Indonesia summarizes the things that need to be prepared for the 2026 pilgrimage, as reported from the book "Tuntunan Manasik Haji dan Umrah" published by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of the Republic of Indonesia.

Mental and Physical Preparation

1. Strengthening intentions and praying (seeking forgiveness, remembrance, and prayer)

A sincere intention solely for Allah SWT is the main foundation of the pilgrimage. In the context of repenting to Allah SWT and seeking His guidance. Praying for ease, strength, and protection during the pilgrimage is also highly recommended.

2. Understanding Sharia and the Procedures of Hajj

Learning the manasik or the procedures of the Hajj pilgrimage. Pilgrims are advised to participate in Hajj manasik training and study the obligatory, mandatory, and Sunnah aspects of Hajj thru books, lectures, or special classes. This understanding helps in performing the worship correctly and with devotion.

3. Completing Responsibilities

Before departing, make sure all matters such as family, work, and debts are settled, and maintain good relations with family and neighbors to receive their blessings and prayers.

4. Building Relationships

Before departing for Hajj, prospective pilgrims can also strengthen relationships by visiting the homes of family, neighbors, and friends to ask for forgiveness and seek blessings so that their Hajj journey will be smooth.

5. Performing Walimatussafar

Before departing for Hajj, for those who are financially able, they can perform Walimatussafar with the intention of expressing gratitude for Allah SWT's blessings while avoiding the attitudes of sum’ah (seeking popularity) and riya’ (performing deeds with intentions other than Allah and wanting to be seen by others).

6. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle

Maintaining a healthy diet and regularly exercising is very important to ensure the body is in prime condition. Here is the information regarding the things that need to be prepared for the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage. Hopefully, those are useful!