Luggage storage near the Haram in Makkah and Madinah

What to do with your bags when you go to pray. This page covers the free storage at Masjid al Haram, the rules at the Prophet's Mosque, and simple advice to avoid problems.

Information only. Rules, permits and timings change, so confirm with official sources and your scholar before you travel. We do not sell, book or guarantee anything.

Masjid al Haram, Makkah

The authority for the Two Holy Mosques offers free monitored luggage storage with receiving and delivery points at the main entrances and an electronic tracking system (source).
Reported drop off points: the western courtyard (opposite Gate 64, also described as behind Restroom 6), the eastern courtyard next to the Makkah Library, Ajyad Street next to Restroom 2, and points at King Abdulaziz Gate (1) and King Fahd Gate (79) (source one and source two).
Reported rules: bags only, up to about 7 kg, up to about 4 hours per person, and food, liquids and medicine are not accepted. One guide says an Umrah permit from Nusuk is needed (source).
Process: hand the bag to staff for a security check, they tag it, you show your passport or ID, and you keep the receipt or card. Take a photo of the receipt.
If you are late, the bag may be moved. You may still be able to claim it later, but it takes more effort.

Masjid an Nabawi, Madinah

Suitcases and large bags are banned inside the Prophet's Mosque. Small items can go in the safety boxes in the outdoor courtyards (source).
The boxes have limited space, so do not plan to leave big luggage there. Leave it at your hotel.

Our advice

On arrival, ask your hotel to hold your bags until check in. Most hotels near the Haram do this.
Go to the Haram with one small bag: water, phone, power bank, a small cloth and your hotel card.
Keep valuables, passport, cash and medicine with you. Do not put them in a locker, because medicine and liquids are not accepted.
Use the locker only for the time of your prayer or tawaf. Plan to return well before four hours.
Take a photo of your locker receipt and note the courtyard or gate name.
Departure day: store your bags at the hotel after checkout instead of carrying them around the Haram.
Be careful of private luggage storage offers on the street. Use the official counters or your hotel.

Frequently asked

Is there luggage storage at Masjid al Haram?

Yes. The authority for the Two Holy Mosques has introduced free storage with receiving points at the courtyards and gates. Reported limits are about four hours and seven kilograms per person, with food, liquids and medicine not accepted. Confirm on site.

Can I take a suitcase into the Prophet's Mosque?

No. Suitcases and large bags are not allowed inside the Prophet's Mosque. Use the safety boxes in the courtyards for small items and leave large luggage at your hotel.

Where should I leave my luggage on arrival?

Ask your hotel to hold it until check in, then go to the Haram with a small bag.

References

Locations, limits and permit rules differ between sources and change with expansion works. We could not confirm them with an official Makkah source. Ask guest care or security staff on the spot. See also Haram services and offline setup.

Sources and review

Reviewed by the Makkah Madina Guide editorial team on 20 October 2026. Always check the latest rules with the Nusuk platform and the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, and ask a qualified scholar for religious rulings.