• 10th Dhul Hijjah (Eid al-Adha)
• Or during the Days of Tashreeq (11th–13th Dhul Hijjah)

It marks a major transition point in Hajj, after which pilgrims may:

• Shave or trim their hair
• Partially exit the state of Ihram

Who Are Required To Perform Qurbani During Hajj

Qurbani is one of the significant rituals of Hajj, but not every pilgrim is required to perform it.
Qurbani is:

• Obligatory (Wajib) for pilgrims performing:
  • Hajj al-Tamattu‘
  • Hajj al-Qiran
• Not required for pilgrims performing:
  • Hajj al-Ifrad

If a pilgrim is unable to offer Qurbani due to financial constraints, Islamic law provides an alternative (fasting), demonstrating Allah’s mercy and ease.

Spiritual Significance of Qurbani

The ritual of Qurbani is not about the meat or blood. The Quran says:

“It is neither their meat nor their blood that reaches Allah, but it is your piety that reaches Him.”
(Qur’an 22:37)

The ritual teaches:

• Detachment from worldly attachments
• Willingness to sacrifice personal desires
• Conscious obedience to Allah (SWT)
• Gratitude for divine provisions

Modern Arrangements for Qurbani

Millions of pilgrims arrive in Makkah every year to perform Hajj and to manage the huge numbers of pilgrims safely:

• The Saudi authorities arrange official Qurbani services
• Pilgrims may purchase authorised sacrifice vouchers
• Animals are slaughtered hygienically, and meat is distributed to the needy worldwide

This ensures:

• Compliance with Shariah
• Safety and cleanliness
• Global benefit to Muslim communities

The ritual of Qurbani is a powerful reminder of devotion, humility and trust in Allah (SWT). Qurbani connects every pilgrim to the legacy of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and reinforces the essence of Hajj: complete submission to Allah's will.

Through this ritual, Muslims learn that the greatest sacrifice is not an animal, but one's own pride, ego, desires and disobedience.