Where is my miqat, and how do I enter ihram?
The five miqat points for Hajj and Umrah, how to enter ihram when flying to Jeddah, what men and women wear and what is forbidden in ihram.
Checked against official sources: November 2026
Which miqat applies to me?
| Miqat | Modern place | Typically for those coming from |
|---|---|---|
| Dhul Hulayfah | Abyar Ali, near Madinah | Madinah and the north |
| Al-Juhfah | Near Rabigh | Egypt, the Levant, North Africa |
| Qarn al-Manazil | As-Sayl al-Kabir | Riyadh, Najd, the Gulf |
| Yalamlam | South of Makkah | Yemen and the south |
| Dhat Irq | North-east of Makkah | Iraq and the north-east |
What if I am flying to Jeddah?
Most international flights cross a miqat before landing. Change at home or at your departure airport, and make your intention when the crew announce the miqat or shortly before. If you plan to land in Jeddah and enter ihram there, ask a scholar first, as views differ.
What do I wear?
Men wear two unstitched white cloths and footwear that leaves the ankles and top of the foot open. Women wear ordinary modest clothing of any colour. In ihram, women do not wear a face veil or gloves.
What is forbidden in ihram?
- Cutting hair or nails
- Using perfume or scented products
- Hunting
- Marital relations
- Men covering the head or wearing stitched clothing
Scented soap and wipes catch out many people, so pack unscented ones. This page is a general guide. For rulings specific to your situation, ask a scholar you trust.
Common questions
Can I enter ihram at Jeddah Airport?
Scholars differ for travellers who have already crossed a miqat by air. Most guidance is to enter ihram before crossing it.
Where do people in Makkah enter ihram for Umrah?
They go outside the Haram boundary, most commonly to Masjid Aisha at Tan'im.