The 3 Types of Hajj Explained: Tamattu, Qiran, Ifrad

Before you enter Ihram, you MUST know which Type of Hajj you are doing.

1. Hajj al-Tamattu (The Most Common)

• For: Pilgrims from outside Saudi Arabia.
• Process:
  1. Enter Ihram for Umrah first (during Hajj months).
  2. Complete Umrah and Exit Ihram (cut hair). Relax in Makkah.
  3. Enter Ihram again for Hajj on 8th Dhul Hijjah.
• Sacrifice: Required (Hady).

2. Hajj al-Qiran (The Prophet's Way)

• For: Those bringing their sacrifice animal with them (rare now).
• Process: Enter Ihram for Umrah AND Hajj together. You DO NOT exit Ihram after Umrah. You stay in Ihram until Hajj ends.
• Sacrifice: Required.

3. Hajj al-Ifrad (Hajj Only)

• For: Residents of Makkah or those arriving very late.
• Process: Ihram for Hajj Only. No Umrah.
• Sacrifice: NOT required.