Umrah Duas guide
Umrah Duas Step by Step: Complete Umrah Dua List
Umrah stands as a profoundly meaningful religious pilgrimage in Islam. The entire sacred pilgrimage contains dual chances to reflect on Allah and to seek divine forgiveness and make dua from the core of the heart by also understanding dua meanings and translations. The proper knowledge of Umrah Duas will help you to maintain your focus and spiritual connection as you start performing Umrah, whether it’s your first Umrah trip or subsequent travels.
Our comprehensive Umrah Dua List guidance covers necessary Umrah prayers and important Duas include Umrah Niyyah Dua and Tawaf talbiyah, plus Duas you need to recite throughout Umrah as well as Arabic, transliterations and English meanings for essential Umrah prayers.
Most UK pilgrims look for Umrah Duas Step by Step to understand which dua they need to recite during each ritual of the Umrah journey. This detailed guide directs you through each stage of the Umrah pilgrimage by teaching you when exactly to use every dua alongside explanations of their individual importance.
Why Are Duas Important During Umrah?
Dua is one of the greatest ritual steps in every worship. When you perform Umrah, pilgrims disconnect from all other concerns, and they pay attention exclusively to Allah. All spent times are opportunities for pilgrims to ask forgiveness from Allah. As a result of duas, Allah will give us guidance, mercy, good health, and success in life.
The biggest misunderstanding revolves around the belief that every round of Tawaf or every step of Umrah calls for particular Duas to be recited. Individuals in pilgrimage may perform any Dua from the Qur’an, in addition to the Sunnah and their personal utterances, because only authentic Duas taught by the Prophet ﷺ exist in limited numbers.
Umrah Dua List Step by Step
The following Umrah Dua list shows the exact order of Umrah duas.
Dua Before Leaving Home for Umrah
Before beginning your journey, it is recommended to place your trust in Allah and ask for His protection.
Arabic
بِسْمِ اللهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللهِ وَلَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ إِلَّا بِاللهِ
Transliteration
Bismillahi tawakkaltu alallah wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah.
English Translation
“In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah. There is no power and no strength except with Allah.”
This beautiful dua reminds us that every journey starts and ends with Allah’s help.
Travel Dua (Dua al-Safar)
Once you leave home and get in your car or flight, recite the travel Dua.
Arabic
سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ وَإِنَّا إِلَى رَبِّنَا لَمُنْقَلِبُونَ
Transliteration
Subhanalladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrineen wa inna ila rabbina lamunqaliboon.
English Translation
“Glory is to Him Who has subjected this to us, and we could never have accomplished this by ourselves. And surely to our Lord we will return.”
This Dua reminds pilgrims that every means of travel is a blessing from Allah.
Umrah Niyyah Dua
Before crossing the Miqat, make sure you are in the state of ihram and make this dua for your umrah intention.
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أُرِيدُ الْعُمْرَةَ فَيَسِّرْهَا لِي وَتَقَبَّلْهَا مِنِّي
Transliteration
Allahumma inni ureedul umrata fayassirha li wa taqabbalha minni.
English Translation
“O Allah, I intend to perform Umrah. Make it easy for me and accept it from me.”
This is one of the most important Duas for Umrah because it marks the beginning of your Umrah journey.
Talbiyah – The Most Important Umrah Dua
After crossing the Miqat and making the umrah niyyah, recite the Talbiyah frequently until you start Tawaf.
Arabic
لَبَّيْكَ اللَّهُمَّ لَبَّيْكَ، لَبَّيْكَ لَا شَرِيكَ لَكَ لَبَّيْكَ، إِنَّ الْحَمْدَ وَالنِّعْمَةَ لَكَ وَالْمُلْكَ، 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, O Allah, here I am. Here I am. You have no partner; here I am. Truly all praise and blessings belong to You, and all sovereignty belongs to You. You have no partner.”
The Talbiyah is a declaration of complete submission to Allah and should be recited often throughout the whole umrah journey.
Dua When Entering Masjid al-Haram
As you enter the Masjid al-Haram Mosque, step in with your right foot and recite the following:
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِي ذُنُوبِي وَافْتَحْ لِي أَبْوَابَ رَحْمَتِكَ
Transliteration
Allahummaghfir li dhunoobi waftah li abwaba rahmatik.
English Translation
“O Allah, forgive my sins and open for me the doors of Your mercy.”
Standing inside Masjid al-Haram is one of the most emotional moments of Umrah pilgrims. Take time to make personal duas and thank Allah for allowing you to reach His house.
of complete submission to Allah and should be recited often throughout the whole umrah journey.
Dua Upon Seeing the Kaaba for the First Time
Looking at the Kaaba is a very special moment for every Muslim, especially for first-time pilgrims. In this moment you need to not forget making duas.
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ السَّلَامُ وَمِنْكَ السَّلَامُ
Transliteration
Allahumma anta as-salaam wa minka as-salaam.
English Translation
“O Allah, You are Peace and from You is peace.”
At this moment, look at the Kaaba, raise your hands and ask Allah for anything you wish for. Pray for yourself, your parents, your family, and for the whole Ummah.
Dua for Tawaf
During Tawaf, there is no fixed Dua for every round. However, one of the most authentic tawaf duas is recited between the Yemeni Corner and the Black Stone.
Arabic
رَبَّنَا آتِنَا فِي الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِي الْآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ
Transliteration
Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanatan wa fil-akhirati hasanatan wa qina adhaban-nar.
English Translation
“Our God, grant us good in this world and good in the Hereafter and protect us from the punishment of the Fire.”
This is one of the most powerful and frequently recited tawaf duas.
Dua After Completing Tawaf
It is Sunnah to pray two Rak’ahs behind Maqam Ibrahim if possible after completing tawaf. After Salah, spend some time to make some personal duas because this is a blessed moment. May Allah accept your duas.
There is no fixed dua after two rak’ahs of salah, but pilgrims need to make dua for the entire ummah and ask for forgiveness, guidance, and success in whole life.
Dua While Drinking Zamzam Water
The Prophet ﷺ guides the ummah to make Dua while drinking ZamZam, because ZamZam is consumed for whatever intention it is drunk.
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ عِلْمًا نَافِعًا وَرِزْقًا وَاسِعًا وَشِفَاءً مِنْ كُلِّ دَاءٍ
Transliteration
Allahumma inni as’aluka ilman nafi’an wa rizqan wasi’an wa shifa’an min kulli da’.
English Translation
“O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, abundant provision, and cure from every illness.”
While drinking Zamzam, make duas for Hazrat Hajara Bibi; also remember his son Ismail (AS) in your prayer.
Duas to Read During Umrah Sa'i (Safa and Marwah)
Sa’i is performed in remembrance of Hazrat Hajar (RA) and her trust in Allah while searching water for his son Hazart Ismail (AS).
When reaching Safa for the first time, face the Kaaba and recite:
Arabic
إِنَّ الصَّفَا وَالْمَرْوَةَ مِن شَعَائِرِ اللَّهِ
Transliteration
Inna as-Safa wal-Marwata min sha’a’irillah.
English Translation
“Indeed, Safa and Marwah are among the symbols of Allah.”
(Qur’an 2:158)
Then recite:
Arabic
اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ
لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لَا شَرِيكَ لَهُ، لَهُ الْمُلْكُ وَلَهُ الْحَمْدُ وَهُوَ عَلَىٰ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ
Transliteration
Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar.
La ilaha illallahu wahdahu la sharika lah, lahul mulku wa lahul hamdu wa huwa ala kulli shay’in qadeer
English Translation
“Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest.
There is no god but Allah alone, without partner. To Him belongs all dominion and praise, and He has power over all things.”
After this dua, ask for any personal dua as you wish.
Dua on Marwah
In Marwah, repeat the same dua and also make some personal duas.
There is no fixed dua for each round of Sa’i. Pilgrims need to remember Allah and recite the talbiyah, Quran and send salawat on Prophet ﷺ
Important Duas for Umrah
The following umrah dua list is most important for every pilgrims.
Dua for Forgiveness
One of the greatest purposes of Umrah is seeking Allah’s forgiveness.
One of the greatest purpose of umrah is to get Allah’s attention and forgiveness
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَاعْفُ عَنِّي
Transliteration
Allahumma innaka afuwwun tuhibbul afwa fa’fu anni.
English Translation
“O Allah, You are Most Forgiving and love forgiveness, so forgive me.”
This is an important Du’a a pilgrim can recite throughout the whole Umrah journey.
Dua for Parents
Don’t forget your parents in dua throughout your umrah.
Arabic
رَبِّ ارْحَمْهُمَا كَمَا رَبَّيَانِي صَغِيرًا
Transliteration
Rabbi irhamhuma kama rabbayani sagheera.
English Translation
“My Lord, have mercy upon them as they raised me when I was young.”
(Qur’an 17:24)
Dua for Rizq and Success
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ اكْفِنِي بِحَلَالِكَ عَنْ حَرَامِكَ وَأَغْنِنِي بِفَضْلِكَ عَمَّنْ سِوَاكَ
Transliteration
Allahummakfini bihalalika an haramika wa aghnini bifadlika amman siwak.
English Translation
“O Allah, suffice me with what You have made lawful instead of what You have forbidden, and make me independent through Your bounty.”
Dua for Good in This Life and the Hereafter
Arabic
رَبَّنَا آتِنَا فِي الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِي الْآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ
Transliteration
Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanatan wa fil-akhirati hasanatan wa qina adhaban-nar.
English Translation
“Our Lord, grant us good in this world and good in the Hereafter and save us from the punishment of the Fire.”
This Dua is most important not just in Umrah but also in daily life.
Important Duas for Umrah
For a quick checklist of umrah duas, read the following dua list
Before Travel
- Travel Dua
- Dua before leaving home
At Miqat
- Umrah Niyyah Dua
- Talbiyah
Entering Makkah
- Dua for entering Masjid al-Haram
- Personal Duas upon seeing the Kaaba
During Tawaf
- Dua for Tawaf
- Personal supplications
After Tawaf
- Two Rak’ahs Salah
- Zamzam Dua
During Sa’i
- Safa and Marwah Dua
- Personal supplications
After Completing Umrah
- Dua for forgiveness
- Dua of gratitude
- Personal prayers
Common Mistakes Regarding Umrah Duas
Many pilgrims unknowingly make mistakes regarding Umrah Duas.
Common mistakes include:
- Many pilgrims believe there is specif dua for each round of tawaf.
- Carrying books without understanding the meanings.
- Not making personal Duas in their own language.
- Missing opportunities to make Dua at blessed locations.
- Just memorisation of the dua.
- Not making personal dua in own language.
Remember that Allah listens to every sincere supplication regardless of language.
Learn Umrah mistakes by reading the full guide on Umrah mistakes.
Final Advice About Dua for Umrah
The best method of umrah dua during your Umrah depends on your sincerity. Authentic dua memorisation carries great importance, but you should explore more than just classical prayers during your worship.
Recite dua in your language for seeking forgiveness from Allah and direction and good health in your entire life and lawful earnings and morally upright children and worldly achievements and eternal salvation.
When standing at the Kaaba or while performing any Umrah rituals, including the dua for Umrah or Talbiyah or Tawaf prayers or the recitation of the Umrah Niyyah Dua, keep one thing in mind: Umrah allows you to deepen your devotion towards Allah.
Maximise your time with intention.
May Allah accept your Umrah! and forgive you all your sins and fulfil your Duas and lead you to perform your pilgrimage safely and with blessings. May Allah bless you. Ameen.
Looking for a complete step-by-step guide to Umrah? Read our full How to Perform Umrah guide covering Ihram, Tawaf, Sa’i, Halq/Taqsir, and essential pilgrimage tips.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The most important Umrah Duas include the Umrah Niyyah Dua, Talbiyah, Dua for Tawaf, Dua for forgiveness, and personal supplications made throughout the pilgrimage.
The most authentic Dua during Tawaf is:
“Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanatan wa fil-akhirati hasanatan wa qina adhaban-nar.”
You may also make any personal Dua during Tawaf.
No. There is no authentic evidence that each Tawaf round has a different compulsory Dua. Pilgrims may recite Quran, make Dhikr, or offer personal supplications.
Allahumma inni ureedul umrata fayassirha li wa taqabbalha minni.
“O Allah, I intend to perform Umrah. Make it easy for me and accept it from me.”
Yes. You may make Dua in English, Arabic, Urdu, or any language you understand. Allah understands every sincere supplication from His servants.