Safar ki Dua | Dua for safe journey | Dua for traveling | سفر کی دعا
Traveling is a part of life, and Islam teaches Muslims to begin every journey by remembering Allah for safety and blessings. The Safar Ki Dua (Travel Dua) is a beautiful supplication recited before starting any journey — whether short or long. It expresses gratitude to Allah for giving us the means of travel and seeks His protection throughout the trip. By reciting this dua, a believer entrusts their safety, comfort, and success to Allah alone. It reminds us that while we may control our actions, only Allah controls the outcome and destination. Teaching and practicing this dua helps instill faith, mindfulness, and peace before setting out on any journey.
Masnoon Duain
Daily Supplications for the Believer
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Translation
Benefits of Reciting This Dua
- It acknowledges Allah’s blessings in providing transportation
- It seeks Allah’s protection during the journey
- It reminds us of our ultimate return to Allah
- It brings barakah (blessings) to the journey
- It protects from accidents and hardships during travel
- It keeps our intentions pure and focused on Allah
Additional Duas for Travel
Transliteration: Allahumma hawwin ‘alayna safarana haatha watwi ‘anna bu’dah
Transliteration: Allahumma antas-saahibu fis-safar
Travel Etiquette in Islam
- Begin your journey with the intention to please Allah
- Recite the travel dua when boarding any vehicle
- Perform two rak’ahs of prayer before leaving home
- Seek forgiveness from those you may have wronged
- Travel with trustworthy companions
- Say the dua for returning when you come back home
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “When a person recites this supplication when traveling, it is said to him: ‘You have been guided, your needs have been provided for, and you have been protected.’ Then his journey becomes easy for him.” (Sunan Abu Dawud)

