Yes, you can arrange and pay for an Umrah booking on behalf of another person, such as a parent, spouse or family member.
However, the traveler’s personal details and travel documents must be entered correctly because the booking and visa arrangements relate to the person who will actually travel.
Can I Pay for Someone Else’s Umrah?
Yes. Paying for another person’s Umrah trip is different from travelling yourself.
For example, you may want to arrange an Umrah package for your parents, your spouse, your children, another family member, or a friend.
The person travelling will still need to meet the relevant Saudi entry, visa and pilgrimage requirements.
Whose Details Should Be Used?
The booking should contain the details of the person who will travel.
Use their name exactly as it appears on their passport and carefully check other important information such as date of birth, passport number, nationality, contact details, and travel dates. Our full guide on what documents you need for Umrah lists everything worth double-checking before you book.
Do not enter your own details simply because you are making the payment.
Incorrect information can cause problems later, particularly if flight, hotel or visa arrangements have already been processed.
Can I Book for an Elderly Parent?
Yes, you can arrange travel for an elderly parent or another family member.
If you are booking on their behalf, consider their practical needs before choosing a package.
For example, check the hotel’s location, room arrangements, airport transfers and the amount of walking involved.
If they require mobility assistance or other support, tell the travel company before confirming the booking so the appropriate arrangements can be discussed.
Can I Book for Someone Who Is Not Travelling With Me?
Yes, you may be able to arrange a booking even if you are not travelling with the person. The same applies if you’re booking on behalf of a child who will be travelling with other family members instead of you.
However, make sure the traveler receives copies of their booking confirmation, flight details, hotel information and other relevant documents.
They should also have access to the contact details of the travel agency in case they need assistance during the journey.
What About Paying for the Package?
If you are paying for someone else’s package, confirm who is responsible for the booking and payment obligations.
If the package is being paid in instalments, make sure you understand the deadlines and cancellation conditions.
Keep copies of receipts and booking confirmations even if the traveler will be the person using the package.
What If the Traveler’s Details Change?
Contact the travel agency as soon as possible if the traveler’s passport, name or other important information changes. If it’s the travel dates rather than the traveler’s details that need to change, our guide on changing your Umrah travel dates after booking covers that separately.
Do not assume that you can simply transfer the booking to another person. Flight tickets, hotel bookings and visa arrangements may have specific rules regarding changes or passenger substitutions.
In short, you can book and pay for an Umrah package for someone else, but the booking must contain the correct details of the person travelling. Check their passport information carefully and make sure they receive all important travel documents.
Booking on Behalf of a Family Member?
If you’d like help arranging a package for someone else, contact our team and we’ll make sure every detail is entered correctly from the start. Already have a quote from another agency for their trip? Beat My Quote and we’ll see if we can offer better value.
