اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ، وَالْخَلِيفَةُ فِي الأَهْلِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ، وَكَآبَةِ المَنْظَرِ، وَسُوءِ المُنْقَلَبِ فِي المَالِ وَالأَهْلِ، اللَّهُمَّ اقْضِ لَنَا فِي سَفَرِنَا هَذَا الغَايَةَ وَاكْفِنَا الْمَئُونَةَ، وَذَلِّلْ لَنَا الأَرْضَ، وَاجْعَلْ مَعَنَا الزَّادَ، وَقَوِّنَا عَلَى نَوَائِبِ الدَّهْرِ.
O Allah, You are the Companion on the journey and the Successor among the family. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardship of travel, and the sorrow of the scene, and the evil of the return in wealth and family. O Allah, make our journey reach its goal for us, suffice us from expenses, make the earth easy for us, provide us with provisions, and strengthen us against the misfortunes of time.
Allahumma anta as-sahibu fis-safari, wal-khaleefatu fil-ahli. Allahumma innee a'udhu bika min wa'tha'is-safari, wa ka'abatil-manzari, wa soo'il-munqalabi fil-mali wal-ahli. Allahumma-qdi lana fi safarina hadha al-ghayata, wakfina al-ma'unata, wa dhallil lana al-arda, waj'al ma'ana az-zada, wa qawwina 'ala nawa'ibi ad-dahr.
When to Read
This dua is specifically for when you begin a journey, whether it's a short trip or a long expedition. Recite it as you are about to depart or at the very start of your travel. It encompasses seeking protection and ease for the entire journey, including finding support and guidance.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and a hopeful heart, directing your supplication to Allah alone. It's best recited when you are physically setting out on your journey. Imagine each word carrying your plea for protection and a good outcome. If you are traveling with others, you can recite it individually, or one person can recite it aloud for the group.
Virtues & Benefits
This comprehensive dua covers many aspects of travel, including seeking protection from physical and emotional hardship, safeguarding wealth and family left behind, and ensuring the journey's success. By asking Allah to 'make the earth easy for us' and 'provide us with provisions,' you are implicitly asking for a smooth journey and the resources needed, which includes trustworthy help and a safe passage. The request to be strengthened 'against the misfortunes of time' extends to seeking protection from any deceit or untrustworthy individuals you might encounter.
Source & Authentication
Narrated 'Abdullah bin 'Amr bin Al-'As (may Allah be pleased with them): The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: When a person says 'Allahumma anta as-sahibu fis-safari, wal-khaleefatu fil-ahli. Allahumma innee a'udhu bika min wa'tha'is-safari, wa ka'abatil-manzari, wa soo'il-munqalabi fil-mali wal-ahli. Allahumma-qdi lana fi safarina hadha al-ghayata, wakfina al-ma'unata, wa dhallil lana al-arda, waj'al ma'ana az-zada, wa qawwina 'ala nawa'ibi ad-dahr,' then the angels say: 'We shall suffice you and protect you.'