How to Perform Hajj Step by Step

Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam, obligatory once in a lifetime for those who are physically and financially able.

Days of Hajj

8th Dhul-Hijjah (Yawm al-Tarwiyah): Enter ihram and proceed to Mina.

9th Dhul-Hijjah (Day of Arafah): Stand at Arafah from noon until sunset — the most important pillar.

10th Dhul-Hijjah (Yawm al-Nahr): Stone Jamrat al-Aqabah, offer sacrifice, shave/trim hair, perform Tawaf al-Ifadah.

11th-13th Dhul-Hijjah (Ayyam al-Tashreeq): Stone all three Jamarat each day.

Before departing Makkah, perform the Farewell Tawaf (Tawaf al-Wada').