Authorities in the Kingdom have launched field operations aimed at preventing individuals without official Hajj permits from entering Makkah and the holy sites,
as part of efforts to ensure a secure and organized pilgrimage season.
Enhanced security checkpoints have been deployed at all main entrances, with fines reaching SAR 20,000 for those caught attempting to enter without authorization.
In the case of violating residents, penalties include deportation and a 10-year re-entry ban.
Strict penalties also apply to anyone facilitating illegal access to Hajj, including those issuing unauthorized visas, transporting or housing violators,
or offering assistance by any means.
Fines in such cases may reach up to SAR 100,000, and are multiplied based on the number of violators involved.
These measures reflect the Kingdom’s commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of pilgrims,
maintaining order during the sacred rituals, and encouraging public cooperation in reporting violations through official hotlines.
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