Authorities in Makkah have introduced a complimentary luggage storage service for Umrah pilgrims, enhancing their travel experience during this spiritual journey.

According to the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, these facilities are conveniently located to the east of the Grand Mosque, near the Makkah Library, and to the west near Gate 64.

Pilgrims can utilize this service by presenting their permits via the Nusuk app, as reported by the Saudi Press Agency.

The storage service allows for bags weighing up to 7 kg to be stored for a maximum of four hours.

However, loose items, valuables, prohibited goods, food, and medicine are not accepted. To retrieve their belongings, pilgrims must provide a claim ticket.

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Plans are underway to expand this service to encompass all areas surrounding the Grand Mosque, further improving convenience for visitors.