Umrah Guide

A clear sequence from Ihram to Halq/Taqsir, with essential duas woven into the journey.

Step 1

Ihram

Enter the state of Ihram at the Miqat. Men wear the two white cloths; women wear modest clothing. Make niyyah for Umrah and recite the Talbiyah.

Recitation

Talbiyah

Ihram

لَبَّيْكَ اللَّهُمَّ لَبَّيْكَ، لَبَّيْكَ لَا شَرِيكَ لَكَ لَبَّيْكَ، إِنَّ الْحَمْدَ وَالنِّعْمَةَ لَكَ وَالْمُلْكَ، لَا شَرِيكَ لَكَ

Transliteration

Labbayk Allahumma labbayk, labbayka la sharika laka labbayk, innal-hamda wan-ni‘mata laka wal-mulk, la sharika lak

Translation

Here I am, O Allah, here I am. Here I am — You have no partner — here I am. Truly all praise, favour, and dominion are Yours. You have no partner.

Step 2

Enter Masjid Al-Haram

Enter with the right foot, keep your heart present, and proceed toward the Kaaba for Tawaf.

Recitation

Dua for Entering Masjid Al-Haram

Entering

اللَّهُمَّ افْتَحْ لِي أَبْوَابَ رَحْمَتِكَ

Transliteration

Allahumma iftah li abwaba rahmatik

Translation

O Allah, open for me the doors of Your mercy.

Step 3

Tawaf

Circumambulate the Kaaba seven times, beginning from the Black Stone (or its line), keeping the Kaaba on your left.

Recitation

Dua during Tawaf

Tawaf

سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ وَالْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ وَلَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ وَاللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ

Transliteration

Subhanallahi walhamdu lillahi wa la ilaha illallahu wallahu akbar

Translation

Glory be to Allah, all praise is for Allah, there is no god but Allah, and Allah is the Greatest.

Step 4

Sa'i (Safa & Marwa)

Walk seven times between Safa and Marwa, beginning at Safa. Remember Hajar’s perseverance and keep making dua.

Recitation

Dua for Sa'i

Sa'i

إِنَّ الصَّفَا وَالْمَرْوَةَ مِن شَعَائِرِ اللَّهِ

Transliteration

Innas-safa wal-marwata min sha'a'irillah

Translation

Indeed, Safa and Marwa are among the symbols of Allah. (Qur’an 2:158)

Step 5

Halq or Taqsir

Men shave (halq) or shorten (taqsir) the hair; women cut a small portion. This completes your Umrah.

Do's & Don'ts

Simple reminders to keep your pilgrimage calm, correct, and considerate.

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Do

Learn the main rites before you travel
Keep wudu and renew your intention often
Stay hydrated, rest when needed, and be patient in crowds
Follow your group guide and reliable scholarly advice
Treat fellow pilgrims with gentleness and respect

Don't

Don't use perfume or cut hair/nails after entering Ihram
Don't push or harm others during Tawaf or Sa'i
Don't invent mandatory duas for each Tawaf round
Don't skip the Miqat without entering Ihram
Don't leave a rite incomplete without asking a reliable guide

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Important Tips for Umrah

Practical reminders for a focused Umrah.

Stay Patient & Hydrated

Crowds and heat are part of the journey — rest, sip water, and keep calm.

Keep Heart Focused

Remember the purpose of your pilgrimage and renew your intention often.

Follow the Sunnah

Learn the rites from reliable scholars and stick to the Prophet’s way ﷺ.

Respect Others

Be gentle with fellow pilgrims — kindness is worship on this sacred path.

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