Rulings on Umrah Badal

Rulings on Umrah Badal

A simplified summary of the main points about Umrah on behalf of another.

1

When is acting on behalf of another permitted?

Performing Umrah on behalf of the deceased, or of someone permanently unable, is permitted according to the majority of scholars.

2

Condition for the proxy

The proxy must have performed Umrah and Hajj for themselves first, according to the majority of scholars.

3

Intention and Talbiyah

The proxy makes the intention of Umrah for the person they represent, and says the Talbiyah in their name: “Labbayka Umrah on behalf of (name).”

4

Who covers the costs?

The cost of the Umrah is borne by the person it is performed for, or by whoever requests it. The proxy does not pay from their own money.

5

Matters that need a fatwa

Details such as Umrah for a living person who is able, or for more than one person, should be referred to scholars.

This is an educational summary, to be reviewed by an accredited religious authority before launch.