Interior Ministry: SAR100,000 Fine for Issuing Visit Visas to Individuals Entering Makkah and Holy Sites Without Hajj Permit

The Ministry of Interior has announced that a fine of up to SAR100,000 will be imposed on anyone who applies for any type of visit visa on behalf of individuals who perform, or attempt to perform, Hajj without a permit, or who enter or stay in Makkah and the holy sites. The fine will be multiplied according to the number of individuals for whom visit visas were issued and who violate these regulations.
 The ministry urged upon everyone to adhere to the regulations of the 1447 AH Hajj season and to cooperate with the competent authorities in ensuring the safety and security of the pilgrims, affirming that any violation of these instructions will subject the offenders to legal penalties.
 It also encouraged the public to report any violations by calling 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and Eastern regions, or 999 in the rest of the Kingdom.