What type of money are Muslims supposed to have go mecca for the pilgrimage?

The currency required for the hajj pilgrimage to Mecca can vary depending on nationality and specific hajj package, although the official currency of Saudi Arabia is the Saudi Riyal (SAR). Most hajj packages will handle the necessary exchange of currency on behalf of the pilgrim. Typically, pilgrims make payment in their local currency to the tour operators or directly to the hajj authority in their country, after which the required amount in Saudi Riyals will be arranged for them.