Is Ihram obligatory for one who crosses the Miqat without intending to perform a ritual (Hajj or Umrah)?

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Ihram is not obligatory upon one who crosses the Miqat but intends to enter the Haram area for a need other than pilgrimage, such as Jihad, or other travel. This is the position of Malik, Al-Thawri, Al-Shafi'i, and the two companions of Abu Hanifa. This is evidenced by the Prophet's (PBUH) traveling for Jihad and other matters, passing by Dhu al-Hulaifa without assuming Ihram, and the Companions doing the same. If such a person subsequently decides to perform the ritual, they assume Ihram from their current location without penalty. This is supported by the Prophet's saying: 'They are for them, and for anyone who passes by them who was intending Hajj or Umrah.' Furthermore, imposing a requirement to return to the Miqat upon forming the intent to perform a ritual contradicts the ruling that one whose home is before the Miqat assumes Ihram from their home.