Going on Hajj? Visit visa holders barred in Saudi Arabia — what pilgrims need to know

Going on Hajj? Visit visa holders barred in Saudi Arabia — what pilgrims need to know

Hajj is an essential Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, occurring annually in Dhu al-Hijjah. Saudi Arabia has restricted entry to the holy sites, allowing only authorised pilgrims.

Saudi Arabia restricts Hajj entry to authorised permit holders - Times Kuwait

Saudi Arabia has announced that all visit visa holders will be barred from performing Hajj, as authorities tighten regulations ahead of the annual pilgrimage season. The Ministry of Interior said that only individuals holding an official Hajj permit will be allowed to enter Mecca and the holy sites during the pilgrimage period, which runs from the start of Dhu Al Qi’dah until the 14th of Dhu Al Hijjah. Officials warned that any attempt to enter …

Saudi tightens Hajj entry compliance regulations - TravelBiz Monitor: India travel news, travel trends, tourism

Saudi Arabia has introduced strict new measures ahead of the annual Hajj season, reinforcing that visit visas of any kind do not permit pilgrims to perform Hajj. The move is aimed at regulating access to Mecca and ensuring the safety of authorised pilgrims. According to the Ministry of Interior Saudi Arabia, only individuals holding valid Hajj permits will be allowed to enter Mecca and designated holy sites during the pilgrimage window, which sp…

Hajj visa violators face fines and bans from Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia will impose a fine of 20,000 riyals ($5,331) on pilgrims who enter, attempt to enter or remain in Mecca and the holy sites without the correct visa requirements during the Hajj season. The kingdom issues specific Hajj visas to undertake the pilgrimage, and those who attempt to perform Hajj using a tourist, personal or business visa will be fined, the state-run Saudi Press Agency reported.  Illegal entrants for Hajj will also face de…