Travel Musallah

Compact prayer mats that fold into a bag or pocket, for work, travel and Umrah.

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Travel musallah and pocket prayer mats

A travel musallah is made to be carried rather than laid out at home. The fabric is thinner and lighter than a household mat so it folds down to something that fits a handbag, a laptop bag or a glovebox, which is what makes it practical for salah at work, on the road or away from home.

The range covers folding mats that come with a matching tasbeeh, and pocket mats small enough to carry daily, including a version with a built in qibla compass for praying somewhere unfamiliar. They are among the most common things bought before Hajj and Umrah, and they are inexpensive enough to keep a spare in the car.

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Questions and answers

What is a travel musallah?
A travel musallah is a compact prayer mat made from lighter fabric so it folds small enough to carry. It serves the same purpose as a household mat, just sized for a bag rather than a room.
How small does it fold?
Folded size varies by model and is given on each product page, with pocket versions closing to roughly the size of a paperback. The folding mats sit a little larger, closer to the size of a small pouch.
Is a travel mat padded?
Travel mats are deliberately thin, since padding is what makes a mat bulky. If comfort under the knees matters more than portability, a padded or memory foam mat from the main musallah range is the better choice.
Which one has a qibla compass?
The pocket musallah includes a built in compass for finding the qibla, which is useful when you are somewhere unfamiliar. The compass is part of the mat rather than a separate accessory.
Do any come with a tasbeeh?
Yes, several of the folding travel mats are sold with a matching tasbeeh included, which is why they are a common gift before a trip. What is included is listed on each product page.
Will it fit in hand luggage?
Yes, that is what it is designed for, and it takes up roughly the space of a folded jumper or less. Many people keep one permanently in a work bag or a car rather than packing it each time.
How do I clean a travel prayer mat?
Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap, then air dry it flat before folding it away. Putting a thin mat away damp is the quickest way to make it smell, so let it dry fully.
Is a travel musallah suitable for Hajj or Umrah?
It is one of the standard items people pack, since a light mat is far easier to carry through long days than a household one. Pairing it with a tasbeeh and a miswak covers most of what gets bought before a trip.
Can I buy a travel musallah in store?
Yes. Cii Stores is a physical shop in Ormonde, Johannesburg, where you can feel the weight and folded size before choosing. You can also order online for delivery across South Africa.
How much does a travel musallah cost?
Travel and pocket mats at Cii Stores start from around R60 and run to roughly R150 for the folding sets that include a tasbeeh. They are among the least expensive items in the prayer range.
Does it make a good gift?
It is a common gift for someone leaving for Umrah, starting a new job or driving long distances, because it is genuinely used rather than displayed. The sets that include a tasbeeh present well without costing much.
How much is delivery and how long does it take?
Standard shipping is R160 and orders are delivered within 3 to 5 business days. Delivery is free on orders over R1000.
Can I return a travel musallah?
Yes. Non consumable items can be returned within 7 days in unused, unopened condition and in their original packaging. Please note that sale items are non refundable.