Saudi Arabia Announces Strict Penalties for Illegal Hajj: Fines Up to SR 100,000 (Rs 24.9 Lakh) and 10-Year Entry Ban
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior has issued tough new penalties ahead of the Hajj 2026 (1447 AH) season to curb unauthorized pilgrimage and ensure the safety and smooth conduct of the annual event. Violators performing or attempting Hajj without an official permit, as well as those who facilitate such illegal entries, face heavy fines, deportation,