Umrah is a journey of worship, devotion, and love. But sometimes, a person we deeply care about may be unable to travel to Makkah because of advanced age, a long-term illness, or because they have passed away.
In such circumstances, Umrah Badal — also known as Badal Umrah or Proxy Umrah — refers to performing Umrah on behalf of another person, subject to the applicable Islamic rulings and conditions.
At KUN Umrah Services, we understand that this is not simply a service. It is an act entrusted to us with sincerity, responsibility, and respect for the person being remembered.
Performing the rites on behalf of another
Umrah Badal means performing the rites of Umrah on behalf of another person. It may be considered for a deceased Muslim, an elderly person who is permanently unable to undertake the journey, or a person suffering from a chronic or lasting illness that prevents them from travelling and performing Umrah themselves.
Because questions of Umrah Badal can involve differences in scholarly detail, we recommend consulting a qualified scholar regarding your specific circumstances, particularly when the beneficiary is alive.
Who can Umrah Badal be performed for?
A Loved One Who Has Passed Away
Umrah Badal may be performed on behalf of a deceased Muslim. Many families choose this as an act of devotion and remembrance for a parent, spouse, grandparent, sibling, or another loved one.
An Elderly Person Permanently Unable to Travel
If an elderly person is physically incapable of undertaking the journey and performing Umrah, Badal Umrah may be applicable. The consideration is genuine inability — not simply inconvenience.
Someone With a Long-Term or Permanent Illness
Where a person suffers from an illness that prevents them from undertaking the journey, with no reasonable expectation of recovery, Umrah Badal may be applicable per the relevant scholarly ruling.
Can Umrah Badal be performed for someone who is alive?
Umrah Badal for a living person is not simply a substitute for someone who does not wish to travel or is temporarily unable to travel. Generally, the discussion applies to someone whose inability is genuine and lasting, such as permanent incapacity due to advanced age or chronic illness. There are also differences concerning permission and other conditions depending on the circumstances and school of Islamic jurisprudence.
If the person is alive, we recommend taking guidance from a qualified scholar before arranging Umrah Badal. This ensures that the Umrah is undertaken in accordance with the ruling applicable to that individual situation.
What are the important conditions?
While specific details can differ according to scholarly opinion, some important considerations include:
The Intention Must Be Clear
The person performing Umrah should make the intention that it is being performed on behalf of the designated beneficiary.
The Beneficiary Must Genuinely Qualify
Umrah Badal should not be treated as a convenience service for someone who is capable of undertaking Umrah themselves.
The Rites Must Be Completed Correctly
Ihram → Tawaf → Sa'i → Halq/Qasr, completed fully and correctly by the appointed person.
The Person Performing It Must Be Capable
The individual undertaking the Umrah should be a Muslim who is capable of completing the pilgrimage correctly.
Because there are differences in detailed rulings, particularly concerning a living beneficiary and the qualifications of the person performing the Umrah, KUN encourages pilgrims and families to seek appropriate scholarly guidance where required.
How does KUN's Umrah Badal work?
We aim to keep the process simple, transparent, and respectful.
Share the Beneficiary's Details
Full name, father's name where required, gender, whether deceased or living, and contact details of the person arranging the service. We treat these details with care and confidentiality.
Verification & Arrangements
KUN coordinates the arrangements and ensures the person undertaking the Umrah is properly briefed regarding the beneficiary and the intended Umrah.
Umrah Is Performed
The appointed person travels to the appropriate point for Ihram, makes the intention on behalf of the beneficiary, and completes: Ihram → Tawaf → Sa'i → Halq/Qasr.
Confirmation
Once the Umrah has been completed, KUN provides the agreed confirmation or documentation associated with the service.
A sacred responsibility, not just a booking
When a family entrusts us with an Umrah Badal request, they are placing something deeply meaningful in our hands.
Care
Every request is handled with sensitivity and respect.
Dignity
We understand the person remembered may be a parent, spouse, or someone very close to the family.
Trust
Transparency matters, especially when dealing with an act of worship.
Accessibility
Part of KUN's wider vision to make Umrah more considerate for pilgrims of different abilities and circumstances.
Responsible Guidance
Where a matter involves differing scholarly opinion, we encourage families to seek guidance rather than assumptions.