Umrah is a deeply spiritual journey that promises the ultimate spiritual renewal and a chance to seek forgiveness for your sins. Every moment during the pilgrimage is about remembering Allah Almighty and asking for His limitless blessings. Duas are the perfect companion of believers during the Umrah journey. This might make you wonder what duas you should read during Umrah. If you are also planning an Umrah soon and need the perfect dua guide, you have come to the right place. 

You will not have to worry about memorising a long list of duas before you embark on your Umrah journey. There are no fixed duas for Umrah. You have the freedom to recite whichever supplications you want. Some pilgrims prefer reciting a few Sunnah supplications at certain times during the pilgrimage. Other than that, you can recite any Quran or Sunnah supplications that you want. If you are planning your pilgrimage through Umrah Packages from the UK, having a simple dua guide can help you stay focused throughout the journey. Here is a simple dua guide to help you through your Umrah journey. 

Duas to Recite During Umrah 

Here are some of the duas that you can recite during your Umrah journey. 

Dua When Leaving Home 

Bismillahi, tawakkaltu ‘alallahi, la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah.

Meaning:
“In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah. There is no power and no strength except with Allah.”

You can also ask Allah to make your journey safe, easy, and accepted.

For example, you may say:

“O Allah, make this journey easy for me, protect me throughout my travels, and accept my Umrah.”

Dua While Travelling 

The following dua is taught to the believers by Prophet Muhammad (SAW). 

Subhanalladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinin. Wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibun.

Meaning:
“Glory be to Him who has subjected this to us, and we could not have done it by ourselves. And surely to our Lord we will return.”

Talbiyah After Entering the State of Ihram 

Once you have entered the state of Ihram and made a clear intention to perform Umrah, you can start reciting Talbiyah. Talbiyah is a beautiful supplication that pilgrims recite throughout their Umrah journey. 

Labbayk Allahumma labbayk, labbayka la sharika laka labbayk. Innal-hamda wan-ni’mata laka wal-mulk, la sharika lak.

Meaning:
“Here I am, O Allah, here I am. Here I am, You have no partner, here I am. Surely all praise, blessings and sovereignty belong to You. You have no partner.”

Dua When Entering Masjid al Haram

As you enter the most sacred mosque in the world, recite:

Allahummaftah li abwaba rahmatik.

Meaning:
“O Allah, open for me the doors of Your mercy.”

Dua to Recite During Tawaf

Although there are no fixed supplications to recite during Tawaf, this is one of the best times to immerse yourself in endless dhikr and supplications. As you position yourself for Tawaf, say:

Bismillahi, Allahu Akbar. 

After that, you can recite whichever dhikr and supplications you want. But don’t forget to recite the following Sunnah supplications while you are between the Yemeni corner and the Black Stone. 

Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanatan wa fil-akhirati hasanatan wa qina ‘adhaban-nar.

Meaning:
“Our Lord, give us good in this world and good in the Hereafter and protect us from the punishment of the Fire.”

Make sure to make personal duas during this time. This is an incredible time to pour your heart out before Allah Almighty. 

Dua to Recite During Sa’i

Sa’i is performed between Safa and Marwa. Here are some duas that you can recite during this ritual. You can start by reciting the Quranic verse. 

Innas-Safa wal-Marwata min sha’a’irillah.

Meaning:
“Indeed, Safa and Marwah are among the symbols of Allah.”

Then you can say:

Abda’u bima bada’allahu bihi.

Meaning:
“I begin with what Allah began with.”

At Safa and Marwah, you may face the Qiblah, praise Allah, say Allahu Akbar, and make dua.

This is a great time to immerse yourself in dhikr and make personal duas. Use the time for:

• Dhikr
• Quran recitation
• Istighfar
• Salawat
• Personal duas
• Quiet reflection

You can repeat:

• SubhanAllah
• Alhamdulillah
• Allahu Akbar
• La ilaha illallah

Dua for Forgiveness and Mercy 

During Umrah, pilgrims feel the closest to Allah Almighty. This is one of the best times to ask for the Almighty’s forgiveness and mercy. You can recite the following supplications for this purpose. 

You can frequently say:

Astaghfirullaha wa atubu ilayh.

Meaning:
“I seek forgiveness from Allah and repent to Him.”

You can also recite:

Rabbighfir li warhamni.

Meaning:
“My Lord, forgive me and have mercy upon me.”

Dua for Acceptance of Umrah and Other Acts of Worship

As you conclude your pilgrimage rituals, don’t forget to make dua for the acceptance of your Umrah and all the other acts of worship that you will perform during the spiritual retreat. 

You can say: 

“O Allah, accept my Umrah, accept my prayers and forgive my shortcomings. Do not let me leave Makkah without Your forgiveness and mercy.” 

Make Personal Duas 

Don’t forget to make personal duas during your Umrah. Ask Allah to:

• Protect your parents
• Bless your children
• Strengthen your marriage
• Guide your family
• Grant health and well-being
• Forgive deceased relatives
• Bring peace and happiness to your home
• Grant goodness to the Muslim Ummah
• Grant you Jannah 

Final Words

As you embark on one of the most spiritually reviving journeys of your life, remember that this journey is also an opportunity to make heartfelt duas. Duas help strengthen your connection with Allah Almighty, allowing you to ask for mercy, forgiveness, blessings, and the worldly things your heart desires. As you prepare for Umrah, resources such as Hajj Umrah Hub can provide useful guidance for pilgrims. It is also helpful to prepare a dua list you can carry and memorise a few short supplications for different moments in your journey.