Complete List Of Essential Duas for Umrah

In Arabic, Dua means “to invoke” or “to call upon.” During significant events like the Umrah pilgrimage, specific Duas are recited throughout various steps and rituals, allowing pilgrims to strengthen their connection with Allah (SWT). Even the most devoted Muslims continuously engage in prayer and supplication during their Umrah journey, seeking closeness to their Creator.

Reciting the appropriate Duas for Umrah is a powerful means of seeking Allah’s guidance, protection, and blessings. These prayers serve as reminders to stay spiritually grounded and to remain focused on the purpose of the pilgrimage: asking for forgiveness and seeking to strengthen one’s faith.

As Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:
“The Hajj and Umrah are the guests of Allah. When they pray to Him, He will answer them, and if they ask for forgiveness, He will forgive them.”
— (Mishkat al-Masabih 2536)

The Significance of Umrah

Though Umrah is not obligatory like Hajj, it holds immense spiritual significance. Prophet Muhammad ﷺ explained its benefits when he said:
“Performing Umrah expiates the sins committed between it and the previous one.”
— (Sahih Al-Bukhari 1773)

Undertaking Umrah provides a unique opportunity to purify past sins, earn Allah’s rewards, and grow spiritually. It is a time to reflect on your faith, seek Allah’s forgiveness, and realign yourself with your true purpose in life.

Must-Recite Duas During Umrah

1. Dua Before Starting the Journey

Before beginning your Umrah journey, recite a Dua to seek Allah’s protection, guidance, and blessings for a safe and smooth travel experience.

 Travel Dua
Arabic:
اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ. (سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ. وَإِنَّا إِلَى رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ.) اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفَرِنَا هَذَا الْبِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَى، وَمِنَ الْعَمَلِ مَا تَرْضَى. اللَّهُمَّ هَوِّنْ عَلَيْنَا سَفَرَنَا هَذَا وَطْوِ عَنَّا بُعْدَهُ. اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ وَالْخَلِيفَةُ فِي الْأَهْلِ. اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعَثَاءِ السَّفَرِ، وَكَآبَةِ الْمَنْظَرِ، وَسُوءِ الْمُنْقَلَبِ فِي الْمَالِ وَالْأَهْلِ.

Transliteration:
Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar. (Subhanalladhi sakhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinin. Wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqaliboon.) Allahumma inna nas’alu-ka fi safarina hadhal birra wat-taqwa, wa minal ‘amali ma tarda. Allahumma hawwin ‘alayna safarana hadha watwi ‘anna bu’dahu. Allahumma Antas-saahibu fis-safari wal-khalifatu fil-ahli. Allahumma inni a’udhu bika min wa’tha’is-safari, wa ka’abil mandhari, wa su’il munqalabi fil-mali wal-ahli.

English Translation:
“Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest. Glory is to Him Who has provided this for us, and we could never have had it by our own efforts. Indeed, to our Lord we will return. O Allah, we ask You on this journey for goodness, piety, and deeds that are pleasing to You. O Allah, make this journey easy for us, and make its distance feel shorter. O Allah, You are our Companion during this journey and the One in Whose care we leave our family. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardships of the journey, the distressing sights, and from the misfortune of finding our family and property in distress upon returning.”

2. Dua for Niyyah (Intention) for Umrah

When entering the state of Ihram, you must declare your intention for Umrah. This Dua shows your dedication and reliance on Allah to make your Umrah journey smooth.
Dua for Niyyah
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّيْ أُرِيْدُ الْعُمْرَةَ فَيَسِّرْهَا لِي وَتَقَبَّلْهَا مِنِّيْ

Transliteration:
Allahumma innee uridul umrah; fayassir haa li wa taqabbalahaa minnee.

English Translation:
“O Allah, I intend to perform Umrah. Make it easy for me and accept it from me.”
— (Sahih Bukhari)

3. Talbiyah – The Call to Allah

Throughout your Umrah journey, the Talbiyah should be recited frequently. It is a way of answering Allah’s call for Hajj and Umrah, showing your devotion.
Talbiyah
Arabic:
لَبَّيْكَ اَللَّهُمَّ لَبَّيْكَ – لَبَّيْكَ لَا شَرِيكَ لَكَ لَبَّيْكَ – إِنَّ الْحَمْدَ وَالنِّعْمَةَ لَكَ وَالْمُلْكُ – لَا شَرِيكَ لَكَ

Transliteration:
Labbayka Allahumma Labbayk. Labbayka La Sharika Laka Labbayk. Innal Hamda Wan-ni’mata laka Wal-mulk. La Sharika Lak.

English Translation:
“Here I am at Your service, O Allah, Here I am at Your service. Truly, all praise, blessings, and sovereignty belong to You. You have no partner.”
— (Sahih Muslim 1184a)

4. Dua Upon Entering Masjid al-Haram

When you enter Masjid al-Haram, recite this Dua to ask for Allah’s forgiveness and mercy.
Dua for Entering Masjid al-Haram (Arabic, Transliterated, and English Translation)
Arabic:
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ وَالْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ وَالصَّلاةُ عَلَى رَسُولِ اللَّهِ، اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِي ذُنُوبِي وَافْتَحْ لِي أَبْوَابَ رَحْمَتِكَ

Transliteration:
Bismillahi walhamdulillahi wassalatu a’laa Rasulillah, Allahummaghfirlee zunoobee waf tahlee abwaaba rahmatik.

English Translation:
“I begin in the name of Allah, all praise be to Him, and blessings upon the Messenger of Allah; O Allah, forgive my sins and open for me the gates of Your mercy.”
— (Tirmidhi)

5. Dua For First Glimpse of the Kaaba

Upon your first sight of the Kaaba, raise your hands in prayer with utmost respect and devotion, for this is a blessed site where prayers are answered. It is also recommended to recite Salawat upon the Prophet ﷺ at this moment.

Dua for the First Sight of the Kaaba (Arabic, Transliterated, and English Translation)
Arabic:
اللّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ. اللّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ. لَآ اِلَهَ اِلَّا اللّٰهُ

Transliteration:
Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, La ilaha illallah.

English Translation:
“Allah is the Greatest. Allah is the Greatest. There is no God except Allah.”

Then, raise your hands and recite the following Dua:

Arabic:
اَللَّهُمَّ زِدْ أَهْلَ هَذَا الْبَيْتَ تَشْرِيفاً وَتَعْظِيماً وَتَكْرِيماً وَمَهَابَةً، وَزِدْ مَنْ شَرَّفَهُ وَكَرَّمَهُ مِمَّنْ حَجَّهُ أَوْ اعْتَمَرَهُ تَشْرِيفاً وَتَكْرِيماً وَتَعْظِيماً وَبِرّاً.

Transliteration:
Allah, increase this House in honour, esteem, respect, and reverence. And increase those who honour and respect it—of those who perform Hajj or ‘Umrah—in honour, respect, esteem, piety, and righteousness.

Arabic:
اَللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ السَّلاَمُ وَمِنْكَ السَّلَامُ، حَيِّنَا رَبَّنَا بِالسَّلاَمِ.

Transliteration:
O Allah, You are Peace, and from You is peace. Make us live, Lord, in peace.

6. Dua for Tawaf (Intention)

 Arabic:
اَللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أُرِيدُ طَوَافَ بَيْتِكَ الْحَرَامِ فَيَسِّرْهُ لِي وَتَقَبَّلْهُ مِنِّي

Transliteration:
Allahumma innee uridut tawafa baytika al-harami fayassirhoo li wa taqabbalhoo minnee.

English Translation:
“O Allah, I intend to perform Tawaf of Your Sacred House, so make it easy for me and accept it from me.”

7. Dua for Istilam (Touching the Black Stone)

Arabic:
بِسْمِ اللّٰهِ وَاللّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ. اَللَّهُمَّ إِيمَانًا بِكَ وَتَصْدِيقًا بِكِتَابِكَ. وَوَفَاءً بِعَهْدِكَ. وَاتِّبَاعًا لِسُنَّةِ نَبِيِّكَ مُحَمَّدٍ

Transliteration:
Bismillahi Allahu Akbar, Allahumma imanan bika wa tasdeeqan bika kitabika wa wafa’an bi ‘ahdika wa ittiba’an lisunnati nabiyyika Muhammad.

English Translation:
“In the name of Allah, Allah is the Greatest. O Allah, out of faith in You, conviction in Your book, in fulfillment of Your covenant, and in emulation of Your Prophet’s Sunnah.”

8. Dua at Rukn al-Yamani (Yemeni Corner)

Arabic:
رَبَّنَا آتِنَا فِي الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِي الْآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ

Transliteration:
Rabbanaa atinaa fiddunya hasanatan wa fil aakhirati hasanatan wa qinaa ‘adhab an-naar.

English Translation:
“O our Lord, grant us the good of this world, the good of the Hereafter, and save us from the punishment of the fire.”

9. Dua at Maqam Ibrahim (Station of Prophet Ibrahim)

Arabic:
وَاتَّخِذُوا مِنْ مَقَامِ إِبْرَاهِيمَ مُصَلًّى

Transliteration:
Wa atakhithoo min maqaami Ibraheema musallaa.

English Translation:
“And take the Maqam Ibrahim as a place of prayer.”
— (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:158)

10. Dua for Zamzam Water

Arabic:
اللّٰهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا. وَرِزْقًا وَاسِعًا. وَعَمَلًا مُتَقَبَّلًا. وَشِفَاءً مِنْ كُلِّ دَاءٍ

Transliteration:
Allahumma innee as’aluka ilman na’fiaa, wa rizqa’w wa-si’aa, wa shifa’an min kulli da’aa.

English Translation:
“O Allah, I seek beneficial knowledge, wide sustenance, and cure from all ailments.”

11. Dua for Safa and Marwah (Sa’ee)

Arabic:
إِنَّ الصَّفَا وَالْمَرْوَةَ مِنْ شَعَائِرِ اللّهِ

Transliteration:
Inna as-Safa wal-Marwata min sha’a’iri-llah.

English Translation:
“Indeed, Safa and Marwah are among the signs of Allah.”
— (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:158)

12. Dua on Safa (Top of Safa)

Arabic:
اللّهُ أَكْبَرُ. اللّهُ أَكْبَرُ. اللّهُ أَكْبَرُ. وَلِلّهِ الْحَمْدُ

Transliteration:
Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, wa lillahi al-hamd.

English Translation:
“Allah is the Greatest; Allah is the Greatest; Allah is the Greatest, and to Allah belongs all praise.”

13. Dua for Leaving Masjid al-Haram

Arabic:
بِسْمِ اللّهِ وَالصَّلَاةُ وَالسَّلَّامُ عَلَى رَسُولِ اللّهِ. اللّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ مِنْ فَضْلِكَ

Transliteration:
Bismillahi wassalatu wassalamu ‘ala Rasulillah, Allahumma inni as’alu-ka min fadlik.

English Translation:
“In the name of Allah, and peace and blessings be upon the Messenger of Allah. O Allah, I ask of You from Your bounty.”

Conclusion

Performing Umrah is a transformative journey of spiritual reflection, renewal, and supplication. By reciting these Duas, pilgrims can seek Allah’s mercy, forgiveness, and blessings throughout the pilgrimage. As you embark on your sacred journey, may it bring you peace, guidance, and acceptance.

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