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Tawaf al-Wida (farewell tawaf) is wajib (wajib) menurut jumhur ulama and must be performed as the last act before leaving Mekkah after Haji. It consists of 7 circuits without raml or idtiba. Menstruating and post-partum women are exempted from Tawaf al-Wida and incur no penalty.
Before performing Tawaf al-Wida, ensure all other Haji obligations are complete: stoning on all required days, Tawaf al-Ifadah, sa'i, and any remaining rituals. This tawaf should be the very last thing you do in Mekkah before departing.
Perform wudhu and enter Masjidil Haram with the intention of performing Tawaf al-Wida. You are in regular clothing (not ihram) for this tawaf.
Complete seven circuits around the Kabah starting from the Hajar Aswad, walking counterclockwise with the Kabah on your left. Walk at a normal pace — no raml or idtiba. Make heartfelt doa, as this is your farewell to the House of Allah.
These are the most frequent errors pilgrims make during this stage of Hajj.
Scholarly references supporting this guidance from established Islamic sources.
After completing the seven circuits, pray two rakaat behind Maqam Ibrahim or anywhere in the masjid. Then drink Zamzam water with doa. Make a sincere doa that Allah grants you the opportunity to return.
Before leaving, take a moment to face the Kabah and make a final heartfelt doa. Ask Allah to accept your Haji, grant you return visits, and maintain the spiritual transformation you experienced.
Leave Masjidil Haram and proceed directly to your transportation. The farewell tawaf should be the last thing you do — no shopping, meals at restaurants, or extended stays after it. Brief necessary stops (bathroom, collecting luggage) do not invalidate the farewell tawaf.