Meeqat Stations

The 5 boundary points where pilgrims must enter Ihram before proceeding to Makkah.

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What is a Meeqat?

Meeqat (plural: Mawaqit) are the designated boundary stations set by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) where pilgrims must enter the state of Ihram before proceeding to Makkah for Umrah or Hajj. Passing the Meeqat without Ihram requires a sacrifice (fidyah) as compensation.

Source: Sahih al-Bukhari 1524, Sahih Muslim 1181

For Australian Pilgrims

Most flights from Australia transit through Dubai, Doha, Kuala Lumpur, or Singapore. The relevant Meeqat is Qarn al-Manazil. Enter Ihram at your transit airport before the connecting flight to Jeddah.

Located about 80km east of Makkah in the Taif region. This is the Meeqat for travelers from the Najd region and those coming from the east, including most flights from Southeast Asia, the Indian subcontinent, and Australia.

Australian Flight Routes

Emirates (Melbourne/Sydney to Dubai to Jeddah)

Crosses Meeqat line approaching Jeddah from the east. Enter Ihram before the connecting flight from Dubai to Jeddah, or at Dubai airport.

Qatar Airways (Melbourne/Sydney to Doha to Jeddah)

Similar to Emirates. Enter Ihram at Doha airport before the flight to Jeddah.

Malaysia Airlines (Melbourne/Sydney to Kuala Lumpur to Jeddah)

Enter Ihram at KLIA or on the plane before crossing the Meeqat.

Singapore Airlines (Melbourne/Sydney to Singapore to Jeddah)

Enter Ihram at Changi airport or on the plane.

Saudia (direct or via Riyadh to Jeddah)

If via Riyadh, enter Ihram at Riyadh airport for the connecting flight to Jeddah. If direct to Jeddah, enter Ihram on the plane before crossing the Meeqat.

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Important

If you are already in Makkah and wish to perform Umrah, go to Masjid Aisha (Tan'eem) to enter Ihram. This is the nearest point outside the Haram boundary.

All information sourced from authenticated hadith collections. Consult your local scholar for specific rulings.

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