RIYADH: The Ministry of Interior confirmed that expatriates who violate the requirement to obtain a haj permit will face a fine of SAR20,000, deportation and a 10-year ban from entering the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
It stressed that obtaining an official haj permit is a fundamental condition for performing the pilgrimage, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.
The ministry urged everyone to comply with regulations governing the 1447H/2026M haj season and to cooperate with relevant authorities to ensure the safety and security of pilgrims. It noted that violations will result in legal penalties.
It also called for reporting violators by calling 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and Eastern regions, and 999 in the rest of the Kingdom. – BERNAMA-SPA
