Saudi Arabia's Interior Ministry has announced strict penalties, including a fine of up to SR100,000, for individuals who perform Haj without a permit or assist visit visa holders in doing so illegally.
Individuals caught performing or attempting Haj without an official permit from April 18 to mid-June will be fined SAR 20,000 (approximately BD2,000).
Visit visa holders who attempt to enter or remain in Mecca during this period face a SAR 20,000 (approximately BD2,000) fine.
Those assisting violators—including providing transport or accommodation—face fines up to SAR 100,000 (approximately BD10,000).
Violators who infiltrate Mecca without permits, including overstayers, will be deported and banned from re-entering the Kingdom for 10 years.
All types of visa holders, including Umrah pilgrims, must leave or obtain a specific Haj permit to stay in Mecca after April 18.
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