Tips For Umrah Pilgrims Who Started Ihram From Longest Miqat Such As Jeddah Or Medina

JAKARTA - One of the important stages in the Umrah pilgrimage is to start ihram in miqat, which is the limit point that has been set for pilgrims to intend and wear ihram clothes. For pilgrims from Indonesia, miqat is usually passed when the plane approaches Saudi Arabia, especially for those who land in Jeddah or Medina. However, many worshipers are still confused about when and how to start ihram correctly when the flight route passes through remote miqat.

In order for Umrah to take place perfectly and in accordance with sharia guidance, here are the full explanations regarding the position of waqat, the latest fatwa from the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI), as well as practical tips so that pilgrims do not mistakenly start ihram.

In the Umrah pilgrimage, waqat is divided into two: waivers of Miqat zami (time), namely the period during which Umrah worship can be performed. waive Miqat eat (place), which is the location where worshipers are required to start iram.

Rasulullah SAW set several locations for eating miqat according to the direction of the arrival of the congregation to Makkah. Among them: Good luck Dzul Hulaifah (Bir Ali) for pilgrims from Medina, good luck Qarnul Manazil for pilgrims from the east, good luck Yalam for pilgrims from the south (Yaman), and good luck Juhfah for pilgrims from the northwest.

For Indonesian pilgrims, there are two possible flight routes:

1. Route Medina Makkah

The congregation will stop at the Dzul Hulaifah Mosque (Bir Ali), about 9 kilometers from Medina. This is where the congregation performs the ihram sunnah prayer, intends Umrah, and wears ihram clothes before leaving for Makkah.

2. Jeddah Route Makkah

The plane that landed directly in Jeddah crossed the miqat line (around the Qarnul Manazil area) before arriving at the airport. Therefore, the congregation must basically have splashed in the air before the plane crosses the miqat line. If someone passes the miqat without any intention of ihram, then according to the majority of scholars he is required to pay dam (fine).

Regarding Jeddah's position, there was a difference of opinion among scholars. Most Saudi Arabian scholars argue that Jeddah is not a meqat makan, so worshipers mustach before crossing it.

However, the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) since 1980 (12 Jumdil Awal 1400 H) has set a special fatwa for Indonesian pilgrims. In the fatwa, MUI stated that:

"Jamaah Hajj and Indonesian Umrah who come by sea or air may start ihram in Jeddah without having to pay dams, as long as they go straight to Makkah and do not pass through other land obligations."

This fatwa was issued with the consideration of technical conditions and the benefit of the congregation, because some flights from Indonesia did not allow for simultaneous air or did not pass through the land miqat directly.

This means that Indonesian pilgrims who take part in official guidance from flying groups (cluters) or licensed Umrah travel agencies are allowed to start ihram at King Abdul Aziz Airport, Jeddah, without violating the Shari'a provisions according to the MUI fatwa.

However, MUI also appealed that pilgrims are still advised toach before passing through waqat if possible, as a precautionary measure to be more in accordance with the sunnah of the Prophet SAW.

For pilgrims who go to Jeddah and Medina, it is better to prepare ihram since before departure from Indonesia.

For male worshipers, it is recommended to wear the bottom ihram cloth (izar) from the airport of origin or on the plane, while upper cloth (rida) can be installed when approaching miqat. Women's congregations simply wear loose soft Muslim clothes without striking decorations, because ihram for women is not in the form of special clothes.

With this preparation, the congregation will not be in a hurry when the announcement of waqat is heard on the plane or during transit at Jeddah airport.

Time to cross miqat is often not felt, especially on long flights. Therefore, pilgrims need to coordinate with worship guides or tour leaders so they don't miss it.

Airlines usually announce about 1530 minutes before the miqat line. Pilgrims can use personal alarms or GPS applications in order to immediately intend to ihram.

Travel agencies such as Rawda Umrah Plus Turkey always provide detailed briefings before departure. Their guide will remind the time of ihram's intention and ensure that all pilgrims do it simultaneously, both in the air and after landing in Jeddah according to the MUI fatwa.

For the congregation who departed from Medina, the ihram process was simpler because the waqat was clear at the Dzul Hulaifah Mosque (Bir Ali). Usually the group pauses for two rakaat prayers, then intends to ihram and leaves for Makkah by reading the talbiyah.

Additional tips for pilgrims from Medina: Take a break at the hotel to prepare ihram cloth. Avoid scented perfume or soap after the intention. Make sure it's ablution and physically ready because the trip to Makkah takes about 56 hours.

After intending to ihram, the congregation is obliged to maintain the ihram prohibition until the tahallul is completed in Makkah.

Men must be careful so that the ihram cloth is not worn off and does not cover their head with any object, while women are prohibited from covering their faces completely or wearing gloves. The journey from Jeddah to Makkah took about two hours. Use this time to increase the tallbiyah and keep the mood solemn.

Starting the ihram from the furthest miqat, especially by air, requires good coordination and knowledge. This is where the role of travel bureaus such as Rawda Umrah Plus Dubai is very important.

With a long experience accompanying pilgrims in the Holy Land, Rawda Umrah Plus Turkey ensures that every participant understands the miqat rules, proper intentions, and ihram dress procedures according to the sunnah. Assistance like this makes pilgrims more calm and focus on worship without worrying about violating the Shari'a provisions.

Starting ihram is not just a technical obligation, but a symbol of sincerity and sincerity to Allah. Pilgrims who prepare themselves well, understand the prevailing fatwa, and follow guidance with discipline will be better prepared to carry out Umrah worship perfectly.

The MUI fatwa provides convenience for Indonesian pilgrims who land in Jeddah, but the precautionary principle is still recommended: if possible, relax before passing through miqat.

With sincere awareness and intentions, as well as guidance from professional institutions such as Rawda Umrah Plus Turkey, each congregation can legally perform Umrah worship, calmly in its implementation, and with a spiritual impression.