Umrah ka tarika (How to perform Umrah)

Umrah is a voluntary pilgrimage that can be performed anytime. It involves ihram, tawaf around the Kaaba, and sa'i between Safa and Marwah. Details can differ by madhhab—consult a qualified scholar or your group leader for specifics.

Before you start

• Enter ihram at the miqat (or before crossing it) for your route.
• Make intention (niyyah) for Umrah in your heart.
• Men: wear two pieces of unstitched cloth; women: modest dress covering the body.

Steps of Umrah

1. Ihram: At the miqat, make intention and recite the talbiyah. Avoid what breaks ihram (clipping nails, perfume, etc.).
2. Tawaf: Circumambulate the Kaaba seven times counterclockwise, starting at the Black Stone. Keep the Kaaba on your left. After tawaf, pray two rak'ah behind Maqam Ibrahim.
3. Sa'i: Walk (or run between the green markers if able) between Safa and Marwah seven times, starting at Safa and ending at Marwah.
4. Halq or Taqsir: Men shave the head (halq) or shorten hair (taqsir); women shorten hair by a fingertip. This completes Umrah and releases you from ihram.

Important notes

• Stay in ihram until you complete halq/taqsir.
• Maintain cleanliness and avoid arguments or harm.
• Learn the duas and talbiyah from a trusted source.