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Short answer: count back 11 to 12 weeks from the date you need linen on site. For Ramadan 2027, expected to begin around 8 February, that means placing the order by mid-November 2026. For Hajj 2027, expected around mid-May, order by early February. Islamic dates depend on the sighting of the moon, so treat these as planning dates.
The order-by dates
| Season | Expected dates in 2027 | Linen on site by | Order and advance by | Samples approved by |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramadan | Around 8 February to 9 March | Mid-January | Mid-November 2026 | Early November 2026 |
| Eid al-Fitr | Around 10 March | With Ramadan stock | With Ramadan order | |
| Hajj | Around mid-May | Mid-April | Early February | Mid-January |
| Eid al-Adha | Around 16 to 17 May | With Hajj stock | With Hajj order |
How the countdown works
| Step | Time |
|---|---|
| First wash and counting into store | 2 weeks |
| Clearing and delivery | 1 week |
| Sea from Cochin | 7 to 10 days to the UAE, 8 to 12 days to Saudi Arabia |
| Production | 30 to 45 days |
| Total | About 11 to 12 weeks |
Sampling adds two to three weeks before that if the spec is new. A reorder of an approved spec skips it.
What changes in these seasons
Ramadan. Hotels in the Gulf run large iftar and suhoor operations. Table linen and napkin use rises sharply, and banquet stock needs its own par. Room occupancy patterns differ by city. Eid at the end of the month brings a leisure peak.
Hajj and Umrah. Hotels in Makkah and Madinah run at very high occupancy with several guests to a room and fast turnover. Linen is washed hard and often. Durability and quick drying matter more than weight. Extra beds and extra towels per room are normal.
Stock to plan
| Item | Peak-season adjustment |
|---|---|
| Bath and hand towels | Raise par from 3 to 4 where rooms are multi-occupancy |
| Sheets | An extra set per extra bed |
| Table linen and napkins | A separate banquet par for iftar service |
| Prayer-area and ablution towels | Their own stock, in a distinct colour |
Spec for pilgrim hotels
- White, 100 percent cotton, built for frequent hot washing.
- Mid-weight towels, around 450 to 500 GSM, that dry quickly and keep up with turnover.
- Sheets at 200 to 250 thread count, which cope with hard use better than fine sateen.
- Strong hems and clear size markers, so housekeeping can sort fast.
If you have missed the date
- Reorder an existing approved spec in white. No sampling, no dyeing.
- Use running sizes for towels. See ordering fewer than 500 towels.
- Air freight one par and ship the rest by sea.
Read more
See our pages for Hajj and Umrah hotel linen and custom Ramadan hotel linen. To check whether your date is still safe, send us the quantity and deadline.
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Written by
Dr Abin Babu
Founder & Chairman, Anabyn Global Ventures
Anabyn exports hotel and home linen from Kerala, India. These guides come from the questions buyers ask our desk. About the team
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